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November 2024
LIBRARY NEWS
Did the Christmas decorated bookshelves start you thinking about the holiday that is only 60 days away? Perhaps many of us are busy planning the delicious Thanksgiving dinner coming soon.
If we aren’t careful the time between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day becomes one big blur of busyness that may leave us physically and emotionally exhausted. Most of us have hobbies or activities we can do to relax and unwind. Reading books can be a relaxing and inexpensive hobby. Readers can become part of the story they are reading whether they see themselves as one of the characters or a bystander watching the story unfold. Their heart may beat faster if there is danger or frightening parts in the story. If the book ends the way they want or if it has a happy ending it can result in them feeling satisfied and happy,
It was our hope the books displayed about Christmas would encourage those who like to read to take a relaxing break and read about the love, joy, hope and peace of Christmas. There will be several more books about Christmas added in the next several weeks.
Church Mouse
October! We are in the 2nd “BER” month and fall is here for sure. Temps have been dropping and there has been a frost or two. We even had a few snowflakes mixed with rain. I do like fall but it means that other season is on the way. One of cold and snow and a limited food supply for us little mousies. Sometimes it really is good to be a church mouse. October is here and the leaves are beautiful. The mornings and evenings are getting cooler, and the parsonage and church furnaces have started to run occasionally. Yep, it is good to be a church mouse.
The flurry of September activities is over, but October has its own activities. Pumpkin Fest in CoFlo, The Springs folk festival and of course the beginnings of all the various hunting seasons. I’m just glad there is no mouse season.
A great time was had this year at Applefest. I heard one estimate that there were about 500 people there. That is amazing to me! The committee added vendors out on the lawn to the mix this year. It seems to have brought in quite a few new people AND some different things for the auction. The cooks ran out of various types of food. I think the only thing left over was some chicken from the BBQ. All in all, a major success.
Another highlight of the month was the Jr High fall retreat at camp. There were fifty PLUS campers there for the retreat. One of the biggest retreats to date. From what I have seen the retreaters had a great time. Of course, a great time is almost always had at camp.
There have been various meetings this month as the Wild Game Dinner committee and the Rally Day committee have been busy getting things ready. The Wild Game Dinner is scheduled for the 15th of March so keep that date on your calendar.
And ‘NO Excuses” Rally Day (10/27) is coming up this month. I am looking forward to
Sneaking down to the FC to see the displays of the excuses and to join in a wonderful large joint service for the folks of Kingwood COG to be together in one worship service. It is also a great time to invite friends and family to attend. And who could possibly turn down a Kingwood potluck luncheon. I hear Char B Que (Charlie Pletcher) is making the meats for the lunch as well. A pulled pork or steak sandwich sounds pretty good to me.
Also, the night before Rally Day (10/26) is our fall Buckwheat cake supper. You all know the drill for this. Buckwheat cakes (a secret recipe), and pancakes (regular and blueberry), along with fried potatoes, sausage, puddin’ (I hear this is favorite of PW), applesauce, etc. Again, food for a little mousey. Yep, this church mouse gig is pretty good for a little mousey.
Until next time.
As always yours,
The Church Mouse
November & December Birthdays
Nov 7 Bradley Lemmon
Nov 8 Blake Pletcher
Nov 9 Melanie Monticue
Nov 10 Jaynn Todias Johnson
Nov 16 Beverly Pletcher
Nov 19 Jennifer Gross, Erma Hay, Viola Kerns
Nov 21 David Younkin
Nov 26 Naomi Shaffer
Nov 28 Logan Bowman
Nov 30 Heather Ream
Dec 1 Terry Ream
Dec 2 Marchelle Peck
Dec 6 Kendyll Younkin
Dec 9 Rose Tressler
Dec 12 Nina Phillippi, Charlotte Carrabotta
Dec 13 Ernest Pletcher
Dec 14 Alessaundra Vough
Dec 18 Jesse Moore
Dec 19 Ed Engleka, Elika Pletcher
Dec 17 Levi Ream
Dec 21 Sheryl Meyers, Adalyn Strelko
Dec 25 JESUS
Dec 26 Tom Brougher, Jim Snyder
Dec 27 Chloee Anderson
Dec 30 Jim Monticue
Dec 31 Don Houck, Louise Dumbauld
November & December Anniversaries
Nov 7 Ed & Kay Engleka
Nov 20 Tony & Eileen Buchanan
Nov 27 Josh & Stacey Rosman
Nov 29 Tim & Rita Show
Dec 3 Hilton & Loretta Mitchell
Dec 21 Paul & Juanita Hall
Prayer Needs
National Revival
Our Country
Allegheny Region Churches
Pastor Will & Beth
Pastor Jim & Melanie
Pastor Karey & Jake
Growing our Congregation
Holiday Services
Violence in our Nation
Violence in Haiti
People of Ukraine
Upcoming Elections
Those dealing with severe weather issues
Families who have lost loved ones
Dave Draper
Randy Shawley
Those dealing with mental, emotional, spiritual & financial issues
Those hospitalized & having procedures
Those dealing with long-term illnesses
Shut-Ins
Those in nursing homes and care facilities
Schools
Teachers and Students
School Workers & Bus Drivers
College Students
Hospital Workers
Winebrenner Seminary
Brent & Julie Sleasman
Church Ministries
Camp Sonrise Mountain
Winter Retreats
Chatelas Church
Our Missionaries and Mission Fields
Military / Police / First Responders
CEF
Unspoken Needs
ramblings & recipes
Typically, “Contact” articles are due the 25th of the month for the upcoming issue. There is frost this morning in Kingwood – it’s still October when this is being written. 30 Days in November and winter is here on December 21st and that’s a Saturday! I do enjoy the changes of seasons in Somerset County. Each season has beauty all its own and I can enjoy each change – snowstorms are my least favorite!
It’s time to think about Thanksgiving – a day set aside to give thanks! We have so much to be thankful for.
I’m going to share my favorite recipe for Pumpkin Roll. I’ve tried several recipes and this one never disappoints.
Pumpkin Roll
3 Eggs
½ tsp. Cinnamon
2/3 Cup Pumpkin
1 tsp. Salt
1 Cup Sugar
1 tsp. Baking Soda
¾ Cup Flour
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
I use a 10×13 baking sheet – using a larger sheet will make the dough thinner – if you like thicker dough – use a smaller sheet.
Line the sheet with wax paper or parchment paper.
Mix all ingredients well, spread on the baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes.
Put on a powdered sugar cloth (cotton tea towel) and roll up like a jell roll – set aside until cool.
Filling:
1 8 oz. Cream Cheese
1 tsp. Vanilla
4 Tbsp. Butter
1 Cup Powdered Sugar
Beat together the cream cheese, butter and vanilla – add the powdered sugar and mix well. Unroll the dough and spread with the filling – then re-roll it.
IF YOU WANT TO ADD NUTS, USE 1 CUP AND SPRINKLE ON THE ROLL BEFORE BAKING.
After the roll is complete – wrap in wax paper and seal the edges with tape. This Pumpkin Roll freezes well and can be used quickly if you have company drop in! While you are making one – make two or three!
Happy Thanksgiving!
This year’s Secret Sister party will be held November 10th in the church basement at 1:00 p.m. There will be a sign up sheet on the table in the vestibule. The always entertaining grab bag game will be the only gift exchange this year, so don’t forget to bring two to three small wrapped gifts. Even if you don’t have a secret sister, we would love to have any interested ladies join us for a fun time of good food and fellowship! See Eileen Buchanan, Bev Pletcher or Kerri Show for questions.
There will be a FREE Luncheon for any area retirees their spouses and/or caregivers on Wednesday November 13, 2024, 12:00 noon at the Fellowship Center. This will just be a time to enjoy lunch and fellowship with other retirees. Space is limited and reservations are necessary (First-come, First-serve). Please either sign up on the list in the hallway or call 814-442-4916 or 814-233-0053 to reserve your space. The last day to make your reservation is Sunday November 10, 2024.
It is time to begin preparing for the Children’s Christmas Program. If your child, age 3 through 6th grade, is interested– please sign up in the vestibule. If there is enough interest, scripts will be handed out the end of November and practices will begin the first Sunday in December. The performance is tentatively scheduled for December 22nd. If you have questions, see Heather Ream.
There is a container for money gifts to the Romesberg Family in the vestibule. Please make checks payable to Kingwood Church of God. You can also mail gifts to:
Cheryl Pletcher
265 Faidley Rd.
Markleton, PA 15551
Global Reach Updates
Argentina – Pastor Maria’s church held a fundraiser. They made chicken and beef empanadas. They even delivered them free of charge for those who could not get out and pick them up! The church is doing well, and they continue to strive to serve their community. Pray for unity for Argentina brothers and sisters in Christ.
Venezuela – Pastors Jean and Lilian Guevara and their church have been focusing on education in their community as well as strengthening their youth group. They recently took part in the annual March for Jesus which grows every year! Praise God for such unity of believers.
Bangladesh – Keep the prayers going for our Field Director and other key leaders in the country. The anti-mission group is relentless in their persecution. Please pray specifically strength, endurance, comfort, and encouragement. The struggle is overwhelming at times, and our brothers and sisters are exhausted. Please be faithful in prayer.
New areas that will need support this Fall – Bangladesh Mission hospitals need some new medical instruments/devices: GR2705-medical instruments, Construction of a church in Brazil: GR2729-Bahia church project, Construction of an education Center in India: GR2724-Maldanga Ministry Center.
Haiti – Pray, pray, and pray some more….
Helping Hands
Helping Hands Prayer Needs for November
Helen King c/o Meadowview 1404 Hay St. Berlin, PA 15530
Helen Lucas c/o Meadowview 1404 Hay St. Berlin, PA 15530
KINGWOOD CHURCH OF GOD COUNCIL MEETING
October 14th, 2024
Devotions: Randy Pletcher – 2 Chronicles7 – As we gather forces together, God says there is power in a group, and it begins with us as individuals (God’s people)
OLD BUSINESS:
Floor Waxing – (this is a correction to the September minutes), the north wing of the fellowship center still needs done. Waiting for some of the items to be disposed of in the rooms before completing.
Church Security – Nothing to report
Fellowship Center Pavilion – moving this item to the agenda for the April meeting.
Sanctuary Projector – Nothing to report, there may be some other options to try before having to replace the screen and projector.
Church Parking Lot –still working on gathering information.
Church Basement Renovations – A committee has been formed, volunteers are Dean Hay, Beth Miller, Melanie Monticue, Josh Rosman, Karey Vough, Vanessa Lucas and Sharlene Bluebaugh.
Disposal of Items in the Youth Room – Nothing moved out yet.
NEW BUSINESS:
Jesse Moore reported that the heating system seems to be working correctly in the room that was reported not working.
Fellowship property line – It has been discovered that our storage building and Nativity Stable will have to be moved away from their current location.
New Church Directory – Plans are being made to do another Church Directory for 2025.
Hurricane Relief Fund – Donation funds have been mailed to the Allegheny Region CGGCA. They are organizing relief efforts directly to the people that are in the back hills, rural areas of North Carolina after the devastation left by Hurricane Helene.
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS:
October 26th – Buckwheat Cake Supper
October 27th – Rally Day – Flyers have been sent in the mail to addresses in Markleton, Fort Hill and Rockwood
November 10th – Congregational Meeting 7:00 pm
Fellowship Usage September 2024
Walk Fit 12
Midweek 4
Council Mtg 1
Pickelball 3
Applefest 1 plus many prep days
Rockwood Alum 1 plus prep
Isaac Moore 1
Total 23
Kingwood Church of God
119 Humbert Rd
Markleton, PA 15551
Church Staff
Will Miller, Senior Pastor
James Monticue, Visitation Pastor
Karey Vough, Youth/YA Pastor
Carey Beth King, Secretary
Church Website: www.kingwoodchurch.cggc.org
Church Phone Number: (814) 926-4429
Sunday Morning Worship
8:15 a.m. First Worship Service
9:30 a.m. Sunday School
10:30 a.m. Second Worship Service
7:00 p.m. Midweek Services @ FC on Wednesday