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

WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS

This Sunday we begin a 4-part Sermon Series called “The Life of Discipleship.” We begin by focusing on Jesus’ call to Peter, Andrew, James and John in Matthew 4:12-23.  As we consider their faithful response to Jesus’ calling, how is Matthew guiding us to improve our own faithfulness as Jesus’ disciples? What has to change in our lives? How might the world change if we do this?

Come on Sunday and find out! 

Sermons in this series:

The Life of Discipleship

February 1 Part 1: "The Call"  [Matthew 4:12-23  -- Jesus recruits the first disciples]

February 8 Part 2: “The Kingdom”  [Matthew 5:1-12 -- The Beatitudes]

February 15 Part 3: “The Light and the Law”  [Matthew 5:13-20 -- Salt & Light]

February 22 Part 4: “The Cost and the Reward”  [Matthew 17:1-13  --  the Transfiguration]

9 AM Traditional Service

11 AM The Gathering Service

Annual Meeting

The Session has called the Annual Meeting of the Congregation for Sunday, February 8^th at the conclusion of the 9:00 am worship service in the Meeting House for the purpose of receiving the 2025 Annual Report and the 2026 budget, and voting on the Pastors' Terms of Call and the at-large members of the Nominating Committee. Those who are on the live stream for the 9:00 worship service can simply remain on the live stream at the conclusion of worship until the meeting starts. Voting on the live stream will take place in the chat field. 

Session encourages all confirmed members to serve communion!

At its January meeting, the Session, in accordance with the Book of Order, authorized and encourages all SSPC members who have been trained to serve communion. This includes all members who have been confirmed. There is a sign-up sheet in the Gathering Place. If you need training, please indicate that on the sign-up sheet or contact worship co-chairs B.J. Lopez or Ashley Ringquist. Rev. Dr. Wahlig or Rev. Chase will arrange for training. 

SPECIAL ADULT FORUM: Sunday February 1^st at 10:00 in Room 204

Join Rev. Dr. Wahlig for a fast-moving 45-minute class on the historic principles that are the foundation of what we Presbyterians believe and how we govern ourselves. This is not a class on the Book of Order, but rather a review of the 8 principles that are the underpinning of the BOO. We will begin by watching a 10-minute video followed by a discussion of the big questions of faith and the church as we Presbyterians understand them. This class is ideal for both prospective new members and current members alike. Whether you are new to Presbyterianism, or you were raised Presbyterian, you will enjoy this interactive, fast-paced class. For those wishing to become members, there will be an opportunity to do that at the end of the class.

Youth Church this week, Room 112

We will continue with the Dwell curriculum, studying about Jesus and the Bible, and will sing, do crafts and play games. This class is for children from 5 to 17! Parents and grandparents are invited to attend along with the children.

The Pre-K/K youth Church, Room 108. 10:15-10:50 am

PreK – K Youth Church is back in the swing of things on Sunday. Each class will include singing, a lesson, and play time!

The Intergenerational Choir

We will practice on Sunday, January 25th. We are preparing for a special Valentine's Day weekend presentation. All Sunday School children are invited to sing, along with parents and grandparents. Come and join us as we praise the Lord with song!

Gathering Video

The Gathering video this week is from contemporary Christian singing group, We the Kingdom. The song is "Dear Jesus". It tells the story of how terrible it is to not have Jesus in your heart and no matter what bad things you have done, you can always ask Him to enter. Come at 10:55 am to see the performance or stay after the benediction for an encore performance.

Healing after loss

This is an invitation from St. James Presbyterian Church to attend a grief care group. Author Michael Hollings tells us “There is no way out, only a way forward.” Life is hard and full of loss. How do we move forward? You are invited to join us at St James Presbyterian Church as we explore the book Healing After Loss by Martha Hickman.

• What: Life & Loss / Grief Care group
• When: First & Third Wednesday of the month at Noon
• Where: St. James PC USA 1425 Orr’s Bridge Road, Mechanicsburg, PA
• Contact: Emails to StJamesOffice@verizon.net or call 717-732-7848

May God bless you and keep you.

Monday Bible Study

All are invited, come and join this unique study. We meet 1 pm to 3 pm, every other week. We will begin an in-depth study of the Gospel of John. Come and learn, come and discuss.

Wednesday Bible Study

Our Wednesday Afternoon Bible Study meets each week in the Parlor from 1-3 pm. The group is studying Max Lucado's new book, "Taming Your Thoughts". This class is for adults from 19 to 99. Come and learn, come and discuss.

Wine-Tasting Group

On Saturday February 21st at 6:00 pm Ken Harm will be hosting the next wine tasting evening at his house at 105 Federal Drive, Mechanicsburg 17050. If you'd like to sample different wines and have an enjoyable evening with fellow Silver Springers and friends, please consider joining us. We ask that you bring an hors d'oeuvre to share. At the end of the evening the cost of the wines is shared among the group - usually around $10-$12 per person. If you are interested, please rsvp before February 14 to Jenny Bell at belljen000@gmail.com. 

Young Adults Christian Education Group, the Pathfinders!

CE and young leaders from SSPC started a new group for young adults over 18. Watch for new events being planned! For more information, please contact Ty Headley. The group is currently studying from the Book of Acts.

Laundry Ministry Update

The SSPC Youth and CORE members continue their new ministry here at SSPC, the Laundry Ministry. 

We will be visiting several Morris laundromats in coming weeks to share the blessings from the congregation with as many patrons as possible - stay tuned for further updates.

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.

We continue to pray each week around the Storyboard, thanks to everyone who continues to add requests. If you see a request that you would like to take with you and pray for, feel free to do so. If you want to add one, please do as well. Our new box for answered prayers is now in place beside the Storyboard. Feel free to place any answered prayers that you are thankful for in the box. God does indeed answer prayers! Blessings.

Something fun to look forward to in the New Year!

Check out the story on the bulletin board in the Gathering Place this week! Short stories will be shared to spark curiosity, build connection, and provide a fun, delightful literary treat to look forward to. As the stories begin, we will invite you to share your own experiences – especially the funny, surprising, heartwarming, and bittersweet moments of being a member of a church. Stay tuned for more information! 

Earth Care

In case of inclement weather,
 check our website at www.silverspring.org for 
updates on cancellations or schedule changes.

Feed My Starving Children

According to UNICEF about 13,000 children under the age of five die every day, with malnutrition being a major underlying factor in these premature deaths.

FEED MY STARVING CHILDREN (FMSC) is a Christian non-profit organization committed to feeding God’s starving children. With God’s help they work together with local organizations and ministries to end hunger. They have developed a process they call “Mobil Pack” that allows them to pack, label and box thousands of meals in a weekend.

Locally, the Turning Point Church Mechanicsburg is hosting a Mobil Pack operation on the weekend of March 13-15. Their goal is to raise $65,000 and pack over 200,000 meals.  

The Mission Committee is recruiting a team to volunteer on Friday March 13th for either the 2-4 PM or the 6-8 PM shift. Not all work requires standing. While donations are welcome, they are not required.

Early volunteer registration begins on February 9th. If you’re interested, please send an email to Fred Shatto at fredshatto@gmail.com and indicate which shift you can volunteer. This is a great event and fun for people to do together. I hope you can join us. 

Fred Shatto

New Hope Ministries

New Hope Ministries can use the following items this month: peanut butter, tuna, and paper towels. Items can be placed in the bin outside the Chapel. Thank you very much!

CORE Youth

There will be Core this week from 6PM-8PM. We will continue to work on Youth Sunday service. Please be advised that Core will be canceled in case the weather is as horrendous as forecasts predict. I will communicate to youth and parents far in advance if Core has been canceled. 

For those going to Zeteo this week. On Friday January 30th, please meet by 5:00PM sharp by the preschool entrance. If you haven't already sent Austin the Zeteo liability form and Core youth permission slip, please do so ASAP! If you can't do this electronically please bring hard copies with you before we leave.

God bless you all - Austin

Prayers of healing and comfort:

Kris Carpinello's parents, the Arbogasts, Gail Bumsted, Roxanne Dagino, Margaret Glockner, Betty Hawk, Ron Kutz, Judy La Pointe, Christa Lenk, Jan Maurer, Pat Miller, Rich Morelli, Betsy Neilson, Kathy Rutledge, Chris Sebring, Ada Sloane, Scott Vaughan



Prayers for sympathy: Charlie Dagino for the death of his mother; Randall Chase and family; Families of Lynne Jackson and Nancy Thomas

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

Memorial Services

For Lynne Jackson, a memorial service is scheduled for January 31, 2026 at SSPC - 9:00 am Visitation and Service at 11:00.

For Nancy Thomas, a memorial service is planned for April 25, 2026.

SERVING THIS WEEK

Ushers:

Denny and Jenny Bell

Gathering Snack:
Cindy Corbin

Deacon Server:

Susan Evans

Deb Pfaff

Downtown Daily Bread

for January 30:

Bob and Emily Krebs

SUNDAY WORSHIP ATTENDANCE

January 18

9 am Traditional Service - 100

9 am YouTube views - 123

11 am Gathering - 44

11 am YouTube views - 22

Sunday School - 42

January 25

SNOW!!!

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