OUR MISSION is to love and praise God, love and nurture our church family, and love

and serve our neighbors,

   through worship, prayer, fellowship, education, hands-on work, financial support

    and compassionate care,

     in order to follow Jesus and make known the Kingdom of Heaven.

OUR VISION is to be a grace-filled family of faith sharing Christ’s love with all.

OUR VALUES:

• Glorify God: Glorify and praise God through worship, discipling, sharing faith

and serving with love

• Show Compassion: Compassion expressed as care and concern for all
• Share Hospitality: Inclusive hospitality through welcome, acceptance and fellowship
• Nurture Relationships: Nurture relationships through respect, support and communication
• Steward God's Gifts: Faithful stewardship of all God's gifts

September 14, 2025



"Why Trust God Part 2: The Protection of God"

This Sunday we conclude the 2-part sermon series called “Why Trust God?”, based on the Psalms. In Psalm 146, the psalmist contrasts two way so living. We can place our trust in God, which leads to blessing and true life, or we can place our trust in mortal princes, which leads to confusion and grief. How does the way we live our lives suggest which of these two we trust more? Does trusting God mean that we will never fall or suffer? Where is God when we do?

Come on Sunday and find out!

See you in church - 

Don

Sermons in this Series:  

Why Trust God?

September 7 Part 1: The Nearness of God [Psalm 139:1-18]

September 14 Part 2: The Protection of God [Psalm 146:1-10] 

Traditional Service at 9:00 am

The Gathering at 11:00 am

NEW! "Conversations for the Curious" begins Sunday, September 14.

Are you curious about SSPC, our history, what we believe, or what membership here entails? Join Rev. Dr. Wahlig after worship on the 2nd Sunday of each month for an informal conversation. This is a chance to ask any questions you may have about SSPC or faith in general. For those interested, this is a simple and easy way to join the congregation. A more in-depth class for New Members will be held in December.

Sympathy

We extend our prayers and sympathy to Ben Duke and his family for the passing of his beloved wife, June on September 6. Please pray also for Art Glockner's family for the passing of his brother Richard Glockner this week. Please keep these families in your thoughts and prayers.

Coming soon, the Intergenerational Choir begins again!

The Intergenerational Choir is preparing to start rehearsals again in October with a new Director. As Tracy Wieseman takes on her new job as Director of Music here at SSPC, we look forward to beginning a new year of this special choir with a new Director. We will again practice on Sunday mornings, from 10 am to 10:10 am in Room 112. Stay tuned for further announcements.

Attention Sanctuary Choir Members (and those interested in singing with us!)

We meet on Wednesday evenings for rehearsal at 7:15 pm in the choir room. If you wish to become a member of the choir, you are welcome to attend a rehearsal to learn more about us and/or reach out to Tracy Wieseman at tracy@silverspring.org.

Adult Forum and Sunday School on Sunday, September 14th

This is our first official day of Sunday School for this year. We will finish our study on "Running with Jesus". The lesson this week is about the perseverance of Jesus and the ultimate purpose of his life. This class is for adults from 19 to 99, come and learn, come and discuss!

Youth Church begins again this Sunday, September 14th

Come and join us in Room 112, downstairs with music, for a Christian Education lesson, crafts and games. See the new set up for the room and new portraits painted just for our Sunday School room. Also, get a chance to see our new interactive television which we will use for lessons and games.Parents and grandparents are welcome to attend. This class is for children from starting in 1st grade and above!

Preschool Sunday School begins again on September 14th

We will begin in Room 112 and then separate across the hall. This class is for children under the age of 1st graders. Parents and grandparents are welcome to attend. See you on Sunday!

Gathering Video for this Week

This week's Gathering video is from the Christian contemporary group, "Cross Point Music". The song is called "Just that Good"! The song talks about how good Jesus really is and to know Him, come and experience Him in worship! Come and enjoy it at 10:55 am, before the service or stay after the Benediction and enjoy the encore.

Peacemaking Offering on October 5th

As we enter the Season of Peace, let us pursue what makes for peace. On Sunday, October 5th, World

Communion Sunday, we will collect the Peacemaking Offering that will enable us to help contribute to civic well-being and make an impact for the common good in a variety of sectors within our local communities, our country and beyond. This offering will help ensure a path of peace and well-being for everyone. The PCUSA’s 50% of the offering goes to support the work being done by Presbyterians across the globe. The Carlisle Presbytery will use their 25% of the offering to support peacemaking work in our region. This year our 25% of the offering will go to the Christian Churches United Women’s Shelter to purchase beds. When we all do a little, it adds up to a lot.

In honor of World Communion Sunday, the Worship Committee is inviting you to sign up to bring a food to

share from the country of your heritage. The signup sheet will be in the Gathering Place. Come one, come all to enjoy ethnic foods on Sunday, October 5th between services!

Wednesday Bible Study begins again on September 17th

Our study begins again on September 17th in the Parlor at 1:00 pm. The group will be studying a new book called "The Book of Signs", by Dr. David Jeremiah. This class is for adults from 19 to 99. Come and learn, come and discuss.

Monday Bible Study - September 22nd

All are invited, come and join this unique study. We meet 1 pm to 3 pm, every other week. We will continue a new study of Revelations as we watch sessions by Reverend Gary Hambrick, from Leesburg, Virginia. Come and learn, come and discuss. This class is for adults from 18 to 99!

Another New Ministry from SSPC Youth: Update!

The SSPC Youth and CORE members are pleased to announce a second new ministry here at SSPC. Inspired by our Meal with a Mission success with gathering laundry pods for Downtown Daily Bread, the new ministry is called Laundry Ministry. A large container is in the Gathering Place for your quarters every time you pass by. When we get about $25 or more in quarters, the youth will take them to a local laundromat and give them to patrons as outreach and taking our love for each other into our community. We appreciate the congregation's support of our efforts and as always, your prayers.

UPDATE - We have had unbelievable response and have been able to now purchase 50 cards to distribute to various laundromats throughout the West Shore. We will be headed out to another site very soon, with cards and laundry pods!

Young Adults Christian Education Group, the Pathfinders!

CE and young leaders from SSPC started a new group for young adults over 18. We recently held our first Bible study at the church last Saturday, and will continue once a month through December. For information, please contact Ty Headley.

Young Families Christian Education Group

We meet one Sunday a month with young families for lunch and discussion. All interested families can contact Scott Pepperman at puppytrainer52@aol.com or 717-389-5100 for more information.

Storyboard Ministry

The SSPC Youth started a new ministry called the Storyboard Ministry! Here is how it works: The Youth have an easel in the Gathering Place with Post-it notes and markers. Fill out a Post-it note with a prayer request or hope (no names, please) and each Sunday we will collect the requests and pray for them at our CORE meetings. Whatever is on your heart, put it on the storyboard and we will pray for each request.

Dining Out Opportunities

• Wednesday, September 17 at 11:30 am: Join us for LUNCH at the Beacon Hill Diner (formerly John's Diner) at 146 Sheraton Drive, New Cumberland. .
• Wednesday, September 24 at 5:30 pm: Join us for DINNER at Moonlight Diner (formerly Hickory Ridge), 1400 Harrisburg Pike, Carlisle.

Sign up for these in the Gathering Place or contact Sara Derr at 717-763-5748. All are welcome, so please join us!

Wine tasting group

On Friday, September 26 at 4:00, the wine tasting interest group will meet at the Winery at the Long Shot Farm at 1925 McClures Gap Road in Carlisle. It's in a beautiful, quiet country setting and when we were there last year it seemed to be a hit. They will have a table set up for us for our usual appetizers/desserts to share and you can order a flight of wine or a glass of whatever you'd like to try. If you are interested, please sign up on the sheet by the parlor. If you have any questions, please contact Jenny Bell at belljen000@gmail.com.

Mark your calendars for our fourth annual Blessing of the Animals Drive-Thru! Saturday, October 4^th, from 1 pm to 3 pm, youth, volunteers and Pastor Lisa will be at the church to pray over your animals. All creatures are welcome! Dogs must be on leashes; cats, birds and reptiles in carriers or cages, and horses, goats, etc., in trailers. Participants drive up to the entrance of the Gathering Place, where people will be stationed to greet you and your pet and pray. Each animal will receive a special laminated prayer and a bag of goodies! As we have done in years past, we are taking up an animal food collection for our local no-kill shelters. For more information about the event, email Pastor Lisa at lisa@silverspring.org. If you would like to volunteer day of, please contact her as well.

Fall Faire – Saturday, October 25

6 weeks until the Fall Faire!

•  WHITE ELEPHANT: Items can be brought to the church hallway starting Sunday, October 5. 

**New This Year: Donation Times will be limited to certain hours. Please drop off your boxes, labeled and sorted into categories, (housewares, glass, toys, Christmas) during the following times:

• Sundays from noon – 2:00, starting Oct. 5
• Weekdays from 9:00- 2:00 starting Oct. 7
• Wednesday Evenings from 5:00-7:00 pm starting Oct. 9

NO BOOKS WILL BE ACCEPTED THIS YEAR. NO FRAMED ART. Also, no linens, clothing, suitcases, electronics or large pieces of furniture. We must adhere to these guidelines so the limited number of volunteers can process them. 

•  Fall Fair Boutique: The Gathering Place will be set up like a Boutique.  We will need donations of handmade items, art, stitchery and wood. Finer White elephant treasures will be incorporated with handmade items in enticing displays. Also, a Pantry will be featured where we will sell your homemade jellies, jams and food gift items. Think about getting together with some friends to make pre-packaged soups, small gift baskets of pantry items, spices, sauces, cookie mixes or roasted nuts to package. Small, potted house plants & succulents will be accepted, NO PERENNIALS this year.

•  Christmas Corner: Don’t forget about donating Christmas decorations, decorative items, ornaments, table toppers for our festive Christmas area.

•  Toys: A complete Children’s room will feature all your donated toys, games and play items.

•  Silent Auction: The Silent Auction is an important part of this very festive event and fundraiser for SSPC. As in years' past, we are requesting that each committee provide an item for the Silent Auction, which is held in the Gathering Place. This item can be a basket of goodies ((coffee basket, spa gasket, services basket, etc.), a special service or tickets to a show, a vacation rental, or original artwork by our esteemed artists at SSPC (Greenleaf and Karkuff!) We are asking that the value of the item be anywhere between $25 - $100. We'd like some baskets - items worth around $25, some around $65, some around $100. Artwork, Vacation rentals and services will be priced differently. Please have everything at church by Friday, October 17th with your items in presentation form, and a description and value attached. Early bird bidding will begin after church on Sunday, October 19th. 

•  Food, food, food: Soups, lunch food, sticky buns, apple dumplings, pies, baked goods will all be for sale for eating onsite or take out. We will need donations of baked goods and pies, so sign up!

SIGN UP BOARD - All this will only happen when you volunteer! A large Sign Up Board will be placed in the Gathering Place on Rally Day so you can plan on where you can help out the most.  

We are looking forward a great event providing Family-focused Fun!

Earth Care: Did you know?

Zero Waste Outlet is a web site featuring products designed to reduce waste. There are earth-friendly options for everyday household products; a good alternative to amazon.com.

http://zerowasteoutlet.com.  Try it; you will be surprised.

Baby Congratulations!

Congratulations to John and Kat Goff on the birth of their baby girl, Avery Emma Goff! Avery was born on August 29th. We wish the Goff family all the very best!

Fall ROAR Mission Trip

The ROAR Team will be heading south to Asheville, North Carolina for the week of Sunday, October 05 through Saturday, October 11, 2025. We will be working with Hendersonville Habitat For Humanity building homes for people in need and/or rebuilding properties damaged by Hurricane Hellene in September of 2024. You do not need to be a skilled builder to be a part of the October ROAR Team, all you need is a willing heart to be the hands and feet of Jesus as we minister to our neighbors, some of whom lost all their worldly goods last fall. A ROAR Team is not a specific, skilled group of people. A ROAR Team is a group of volunteers gathered together as witnesses of God’s love, bringing hope to those in need.

If you are interested in being part of the October ROAR Team or just need more information please call Terry Reed at 717-766-2714, send an email to tsreed@verizon.net or see Terry at church.

New Hope Ministries

Needs for September include: Boxed 'Helpers' (hamburger, chicken, tuna), cereal, salad dressing. Donation bins are located by the Chapel. Thank you for your support to this local ministry!

CORE Youth Group

There is Core this week from 6 pm - 8 pm. We will have a lesson this week, along with some games and fellowship. So come ready to learn and play!

CORE is from 6 pm to 8 pm in the CORE room, downstairs at the church in the Preschool on most Sundays. CORE is open to all youth from sixth grade to twelfth grade. CORE is about fellowship, service and Christian Education. Come and join us at our next meeting!

Prayers of healing and comfort:

Forrest Adams, Gail Bumsted, Kris Carpinello's parents, the Arborgasts, Elizabeth Bentzel, Debbie Bitting, Bob Buyers, Betsy Eichelberger, Margaret Glockner, Ron Kutz, Pat Langdon, Jan Larson, Roy McLain, Bill Moore, Rick Pierce, Ruth Stoll, Nancy Thomas

Prayers for Sympathy: Family of June Duke, Art Glockner for the death of his brother



Prayers for our Military Members & First Responders: Olivia Chase, Jacob Flenner, Wyatt La Pointe, Justin Ledvina, Josiah Scandle, Chloe Scott

Thank you

Many warm thank yous go out for all the cards, notes and expressions of sympathy, so many members of this congregation gave or sent to us, on the death of Janet's sister. All expressions of caring and concern were greatly appreciated. Thank you again. Janet and Ed Maurer

On behalf of Melanie and myself and the entire Pepperman family, we want to thank the SSPC congregation for all your prayers, expressions of love, cards and flowers upon the death of my sister, Lori Jean McBride. We have been blessed, and there are not enough words to express the appreciation and gratitude that we feel.

Scott

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