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First St John's Lutheran Church |

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Christ's disciples in downtown York, Pa. | |
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Jesus Christ our Savior who defends us from the world |

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This is First Saint John's Church at 140 W King St in York Pa. The mission of this church is to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ! To worship and serve our Lord Jesus Christ. Our major objective is for all to know Jesus as Lord and be an effective magnet involving lives for Jesus Christ.Pastor Rev. Jim Driskell cell phone 717.386.3698 e-mail bm2driskell@aol.com Pastor Emeritus Rev. Edward Devan Church e-mail firststjohns@verizon.net Church phone 717.843.8597 140 West King St. York, Pa. 17401 Worship Sunday Morning Matins 8:30, liturgical worship 10:30 am Bible Study Sunday Morning 9:00am Bible Study Wednesday Morning 10:00am GreenBean Coffee Co corner of W King and Beaver Sts Youth Group Thursday nights 6pm Prayer Meeting Sunday 1:30pm Matins worship Thursday 8:45am Kickboxing classes Thursday afternoon 3pm - 5pm Individual confession Thursday 5:30pm Self - Defense classes with Jose Montalvo Mondays 6pm Lutheran Spirituality Thursday 7pm Lutheranism 101 please call to arrange Basketball at St John's on the Hill Sundays 6pm employment support group Thursday 11am | |
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First Saint John's Church in York, Pa. |
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You can't get what you need through the Internet, television or radio, everyoone needs Jesus Christ and to know Him as their personal Savior. We are a very welcoming church and we want to help you to know Jesus. Start off by joining us as we remember the birth of our Savior Jesus Christ. Come in and talk to our Pastor Jim and become part of the Body of Christ here at First St Johns Church. | |
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Our pastor Jim Driskell |

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With wife Marge and son Timothy | |

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Holly Tea 2012 |
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Yes it is that time of the year, and this year's Holly Tea promises to be as great as ever. Holly Tea is a great York institution and this years will be a great time of music, of readings and sharing together the coming of our Lord Jesus. 3pm Fellowship and refreshment time right after the concert. No charge, all are welcome, see you there. | | |
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More sermons from First St Johns |
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To hear more sermons from First St Johns and our pastor Jim Driskell click on the link below |
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Sound Cloud |
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Where we worship the Lord Jesus Christ 140 West King St |
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Built in 1870, our church building is one of the most impressive historic landmarks in York, Pa.It was designed by the J.A. Dempwolf architectural firm, which is one of the most successful and influential architectual firms in York County history. |

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 We believe in the power of prayer here, we have our prayer breakfast on Tuesday mornings and prayer meeting on Sunday evenings. Please hold up the following in prayer and let us know if you would like to make additions. |
CONTINUING NEEDS Lord please bless, comfort and if it be Your will heal those of our friends and family. Prayers as of Mar 16, 2011Jessica Dowling - MS Bill Hildebrand- experiencing constant pain Pastor Ed Devan- cancer / back Debbie Hoover- constant pain Mike Leach Louise Sprenkle Phyllis Fogle Mike Kahley kidneys Mike Jeffrey Bonnie Abendschoen Tanika Williams Peace, Simplicity and Guidance Daryl Sweatman Healing John Brett Krohns Disease Bob Barclay FIRST TIME REQUESTS PRAISE AND THANKSGIVING Lord we thank You that you have healed the following. Thank You Lord for Your gracious mercy, and for the gift of Your Son Jesus Christ. Beverly Card Molly Hitz Adrienne Bob Barclay MILITARY Lord watch, bless and protect those who are serving in our military. Please comfort and assure them of Your presence. David Devan- USMC thanks giving for his safe return fm Afghanistan Charles Barrow- U. S. Army Daniel Torres- U. S. Army Iraq Caleb Hunderd- U. S. Navy Shawn Piccolo- U. S. Navy Alex Stover- U. S. Army Robert Bunnell USMC James Davis U.S. Army Noelle Johnson USAF Ashley Shank USAF Isaiah Davidson US Army injured in Iraq Mark McMichael U.S. Navy Scott deployed to Afghanistan Marshall deployed to Afghanistan Josiah Ramey US Army Jason Rohrbaugh USMC Kevin Kelly USAF Nicholas Bennett US Army Sarah Burke US Army Eric Beckman US Army Donald Lambert US Army Jose Montalvo USAF LEADERS Our Pastor Lay Leaders | | | Holly Tea 2012 | | bm2driskell@aol.com | You know it's that time of year, go into any department store and the Christmas stuff is right there ready to go up. Well one of the big highlights of Christmas is the annual Holly Tea at First St Johns. It's about great music, great acting, great food afterwards and a great way to start off the Holiday season. Make your plans for Sunday Dec 9 at 3pm for the Christmas event you want to be at every year. This site will be updated as we get new information, so check us out regularly. | 
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 Rev Art Umbach is leading a prayer retreat at First St Johns Aug 18 from 9am to 3pm at the church. |
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Prayer retreat for Renewal at First St Johns |
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REV. ARTHUR M. UMBACH art.umbach@gmail.com Prayer Resources: www.se.lcms.org and abundantlivingwithart.blogspot.com Art was born and reared in Saginaw, Michigan. During his ministry he served Hope, Aurora, Ohio, Redeemer, Richmond, Virginia, and on the Southeastern District, LCMS staff as ‘Director of Spiritual Life’ and ‘Mission & Ministry Facilitator.’ He has specialized training in family systems, spiritual formation, mission, consulting, planning, and church worker wellness. He is married to Cheryl, who is a manufacture representative. Together they have four children (Michael, Paul, Chris, and Jenelle) and five grandchildren (Kate, Paige, David, Ella, Alexandria). Art enjoys walking beside others in their spiritual journeys, particularly in retreats and workshops. He has worked extensively with congregations as they develop their prayer ministry. Join Art as he shares his personal experiences, Bible references and tools to help us all live life as prayer. You will learn and experience our rich Christian tradition of prayer forms and spiritual disciplines. A DAY OF PRAYER Have you ever felt guilty about your lack of prayer? Have you ever wanted a closer walk with Jesus but weren’t sure what to do? Have you ever wondered why and how some have such a rich prayer life? On Saturday, Aug 18 from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm, Pastor Arthur Umbach, our Southeastern District Director of Spiritual Life, will be leading a workshop on prayer at First St Johns Lutheran Church. We will be exploring and experiencing various prayer forms and spiritual disciplines, such the listening prayer, the Examen, Spiritual Direction, journaling, fasting, healing prayer, and others. The purpose for our time together is to: 1. Introduce spiritual disciplines and prayer forms 2. Enrich and nurture your spiritual journey toward a greater awareness of God’s presence and love in your life 3. Nurture a passion for Jesus and a life of service 4. This can be a life-changing spiritual journey that will enrich your prayer life and your daily walk with Jesus.
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 Grief Share group starts Sept 16 1pm at First St Johns 140 W King St, York, Pa |
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Grief Share, support for those in mourning |
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Our first Grief Share group will start on Sept 16, beginning at 1pm. If you have lost a loved one, spouse, family, friend, anyone whose death you have just not come to terms with, this group will help you deal with your loss and provide you with the support and care of others dealing with loss too. The only charge is $15 for a workbook, but don't let that keep you from joining, one will be provided. To learn more about Grief Share click on this address. http://www.griefshare.org/about This will not be a large group and some people have already signed up, please sign up now by calling the church office at 717.843.8597 and may God richly bless you. | |
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Lutheran Theology discussion |
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Old and new members, a great combination |

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Self - Defense and Kickboxing with Jose Montalvo and Pastor |
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Welcome to our new Director of Music Ken Sanders |

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We are very excited about Ken joining us, Ken is planning lots of things, new music, Senior and Junior Choirs, maybe even a bell choir somewhere in the future.
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The Daily Office Holy Week 2012 |

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Beginning Tuesday April 3, 2012, through Good Friday April 6 we will have "Daily Office" Worship. These are daily worships of praise to God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. These are very formal times of worship where you will have time to truly spend focusing on God, on what our Savior Jesus Christ did for us and what He is doing in your life. All are welcome to join 9am, 12pm, 3pm and 6pm. | |
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Sarah ArbogastStaff Reporter 4:07 p.m. EDT, April 7, 2011 wpmt-york-unemployment-support-group YORK— Losing a job doesn't only create financial challenges; it takes a toll on a person both mentally and emotionally. That is why members of a York church are offering a support group for the unemployed. Jim Driskell, pastor at First St. John's Lutheran Church, says the class provides job search resources, as well as encouragement and hope. "This is a group that is designed not only to help you find a job, it is also ultimately to realize you're not the only person there, you're not the only person dealing with the problems," said Driskell. A handful of people showed up to participate in the class. Mark Stephens, who has been unemployed since 2009, drove from the Gettysburg area. He says he is hoping the group helps him grow his computer skills. "As you know, the job market has changed, not all the jobs are going to be found through the paper or even through word of mouth, it is mostly through the Internet now," said Stephens. Besides basic computer skills, Driskell says the class covers creating resumes, job interview techniques, and ways to network. "It helps to have support, a lot of support from people who are going through the same," said Gregory Markey, who is looking for work. The support group for people unemployed or under employed meets every Thursday at 11:00 AM at First St. John's Lutheran Church located at 140 W. King Street in York. To register, call the church at 717-843-8597. Copyright © 2011, WPMT-TV | |
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Unemployment is at the highest it's been in decades. We have started a support group for those who are currently looking for work. It is often a lonely, uncertain and intimidating time. Being able to share with those who are going through it will help you know that you're not the only one. It will also give group members an opportunity to network and share prospects and to help each do the work of finding work. Right now the group meets on Thursdays at 11am Contact Pastor Jim for more information and to discuss further, if you need to talk about a different day and time. | |
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These are Chrismons, they are decorations that are about different parts of Jesus' life. If you need more info ask Mary Lynn | |
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Rebecca Picardo and daughter with some great solos for the season, "Mary did you know" | | | Ordination |  Ordination processional | Led by crucifer Bob Seen and Carlos Beck acolyte | |
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