FROM THE PASTOR: Rev. Larry Hoffmann

I think the spiritual discipline of Daily Prayer is a most difficult exercise to be consistent with. Yet daily prayer is an essential quality for the Christian life. The apostle Paul charged the early church to “pray without ceasing” (1Thessalonians 5:17).

In The Institutes of the Christian Religion, John Calvin wrote, “since our weakness is such that it has to be supported by many aids, and our sluggishness such that it needs to be goaded, it is fitting each one of us should set apart certain hours for this exercise.” Calvin designated “certain hours” as arising and retiring for the day, before and after eating, and before beginning our daily work. The rhythm of daily prayer reminds us that all our moments are lived in God’s presence. The patterns of daily prayer add focus, strength and hope, to any season of life we are experiencing.

Set apart at least one opportunity each day to pray. Be filled with the presence of God and discover God’s promises and call to you each day.

God’s peace be with you,

Larry

Lay Readers, Communion Servers and Ushers

Aug 2^nd – Ron Cullumber: Lay Reader & Usher
Cindy Cullumber: Usher
Aug 9^th – Judy Turner: Lay Reader
George & Linda Shreyer: Ushers
Aug 16^th – Scott Bergreen: Lay Reader & Usher
Karen Bergreen: Usher
Aug 23^rd – Susan Henwood: Lay Reader & Usher
Susan Hoffmann: Usher
Aug 30^th – Dee Mowry: Lay Reader & Usher
Kathy Mowry: Usher

Calendar of Events

Summer Worship Time is 10:00 am.

Aug 16^th – Baptism and Confirmation Service: Celebratory luncheon hosted by the Service Committee to follow

Birthdays and Anniversaries

Aug 1^st – Johnathon & Kayla McCandlish
Aug 2^nd – James McCandlish
Aug 8^th – Johnathon McCandlish
Aug 9^th – Loretta Dawson
Aug 9^th – Cara Riley
Aug 19^th – Ron Cullumber
Aug 20^th – Ann Nutter
Aug 21^st – George & Linda Shreyer

Anyone wanting to add a birthday or anniversary to the list, please send an email or call the church office.

Kids’ Section

This section of the printed newsletter is a page of children’s pictures and puzzles. It is available in the original PDF.

Newsletter August 2026

FROM THE PASTOR: Rev. Larry Hoffmann

Lay Readers, Communion Servers and Ushers

Calendar of Events

Birthdays and Anniversaries

Kids’ Section