Welcome from Reverend Dr. Jeffrey Jones
‘Ecclesia’. That is the Latin word for congregation. It means that each congregation is more than a simple gathering. It is an event of God’s grace. We believe God has called us together here in Harmony Evangelical Presbyterian Church to know and share His grace in Jesus Christ. Perhaps God is calling you to be part of His church. We would love for you to come and discern your call with us. Only together can we be the Ecclesia of God.
''Take a bunch of hyssop and dip it i the blood that is in the basin, and touch the lintel and the two doorposts with the blood that is in the basin." We are covered by the blood of Christ.
The scripture lesson for Sunday, October 1st, is Exodus 12:21-32. The sermon title is "The Finger of God."
Soup Luncheon follows worship this Sunday!
This Sunday is a communion Sunday. The invitation to the Lord's Supper is extended to all who have been baptized and made a profession of faith. Access to the Lord's Table is not a right conferred upon the worthy, but a privilege given to the undeserving who come in faith, repentance, land love.
THIS WEEK...
Sunday, October 1st @ Noon, Soup Luncheon in the Fellowship Hall.
Monday, October 2nd @ 10 AM, Baby Quilting
Wednesday, October 4th @ 6 AM, Men's Prayer Time.
Saturday, October 7th @ 10 AM, Memorial Service for Kathy Erdner
LOOKING AHEAD...
On Sunday, October 8th @ 5 PM, there will begin a new study called THE TRIAL AND TESTIMONY OF THE EARLY CHURCH. This is a video-based course with 30 minute videos that tells "The amazing story of early Christianity and how it thrived despite repeated attempts to suppress it." Each lesson will last approximately one hour, so everyone can be home before dark!
The Christian Education Committee is meeting October 10th @ 7 PM.
The Mission Committee will meet Saturday, October 14th @ 9:30 AM to work on a budget for 2024.
Blessing Bags will be handed out Sunday, October 15th. These are a for a food drive for the Feed My Sheep Food Pantry in Slippery Rock. A list of suggested items to donate will be on a bulletin insert on October 15th.
The Trustees have a scheduled a WORK DAY! for Saturday, October 21st. Work will begin at 8 AM and finish around Noon. Help is always needed and appreciated! Lunch will be provided. It is important to take care of the Lord's House.
Next Soup Supper will be Friday, October 27th, 4:30-6:30 PM..
Our Mission Offering Speaker this year will be Sarah Bowen from the Promise of Life crisis pregnancy center in New Castle and Slippery Rock. Sarah will speak to the Friends Sunday School class and then again briefly to the congregation during worship on Sunday, November 12th.
"...the LORD will pass over the door and will not allow the destroyer to enter your houses to strike you." The blood of Christ saves us from death.
Soli Deo Gloria, Pastor Jeff
Sunday, September 24th - Special Guest, Jane Gregg, Violinist, will be sharing her musical talents with us during worship!
Friday, September 29th - Community Soup Supper, 4:30-6:30 PM. Join us for a free meal of your choice of soup, crackers/bread, dessert and beverage.
Sunday, October 1st - Communion Sunday, Soup Luncheon following worship.
Sunday, October 8th - Mission Offering received.
Sunday, October 8th (and continuing for the next six Sundays) - Video Study @ 5 PM, video-based course called THE TRIAL and TESTIMONY of the EARLY CHURCH, which tells "The amazing story of early Christianity and how it thrived despite repeated attempts to suppress it." Each lesson will last approximately one hour, so everyone can be home before dark!
Sunday, October 15th - Blessing Bags will be handed out during worship. These will need to be filled and returned by Sunday, November 5th.
Tuesday, October 17th - Evangelism Committee Meeting @ 7 PM, to pack treats to hand out in Harrisville's Trick or Treating, and to discuss Budget for 2024.
Wednesday, October 18th - Music and Worship Committee Meeting @ 7 PM, to discuss Budget for 2024.
No Book Club in October.
Friday, October 27th, from 4:30-6:30 PM, Community Soup Supper
Saturday, October 28th - Harrisville's Trick or Treating, 4-6 PM. Treats will be handed out in front of the church.
Sunday, October 29th - Soup Luncheon will follow worship in the Fellowship Hall.
Sunday, November 5th - Blessing Bags are due. These will be delivered to the Feed My Sheep Food Pantry immediately following worship. Video Study continues for two more Sundays.
Sunday, November 12th - Mission Offering received. Sarah Bowen, from Promise of Life Network in Slippery Rock, will be our guest mission speaker during worship.
Saturday, November 18th @ 9 AM, Book Club
Sunday, November 19th - Congregational Meeting, Part 1, will follow the worship service. The 2024 slate of officers for Harmony Church will be presented by the Nominating Committee for congregational approval.
Sunday, November 26th - Christmas Gifts for the City Rescue Mission of New Castle can be placed on the designated table at the back of the Sanctuary. Gifts will be due by Sunday, December 10th.
At 11 AM on Sundays, our worship service will be streaming LIVE on FACEBOOK at HARMONY HARRISVILLE. You do not have to be a "friend" to watch. We have made this site open to the public. Sharing is encouraged! If you would like a bulletin to follow along, look under the SUNDAY BULLETINS tab above and feel free to print your own copy!
Sorry, you must have a FACEBOOK account to view the service LIVE. If you are interested in an AUDIO version of a Sunday worship service, please call the church office with your request and someone will get back to you!
Above is the button for our most recent worship service recording. Sunday's service is usually posted on the Thursday following the service. For previous services, go the REC WORSHIP SERVICES tab above. If you are on FACEBOOK, please consider sending us a friend request to Harmony Harrisville. And please share our videos! Help us spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ! Thank you.
If you are able to, please remember the church in your financial choices. Tithes and offerings can be sent in your regular offering envelopes within a mailing envelope to: Harmony EPC, PO BOX 406, Harrisville, PA 16038. Thanks for your faithful stewardship and financial support of our church, Harmony Evangelical Presbyterian Church.
Check out more of our church activities by scrolling through more photos under the PHOTOS tab above. Take a look!! Thank you to Harriet Grossman, our church photographer, for most of the photos you see here! (2021 photos to be added soon!)
