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Women to count on in an emergency

BY FRANCINE FULTON

It was a typical Friday night for the ambulance crew at Keystone Valley Fire Department (KVFD) on March 15. What was notable, however, was that those who answered the calls for emergency assistance were all women.

“On Friday, March 15, Keystone Valley had an all-female staff on the ambulance for a full 24 hours,” said Leah DiPietro, a career EMT at KVFD. “It wasn’t planned. It just happened and it happened during Women’s History Month.

It is rare for there to be a good amount of women in a single fire house.”

“Females make up 31% of EMS providers,” added KVFD chief Brian Gathercole. “One-third of our staff is made up of females. They have a passion to serve our community and a desire to make this world a better place.”

Women who serve in the department include the following:

Stephanie Klingler and Michelle Kreger, members of the board of directors; Karen Reynolds, membership secretary; Tina Myers and Tammy Guiney, associate members; Alyssa DeMarco, fire captain; Corin Diem, fire police officer; and Dani Tribbett and Brooke Davis, junior firefighters. In addition to DiPietro, other EMTs at the fire company are Cali Camuti, Alissa Casto, Sophie Eberly, Karly Emmert, Rebecca Fries, Ashley Hrybenko, Alexandra Kilheffer, Madison Rauscher, Madison Rohrbach and Sydney Stewart.

BY CATHY MOLITORIS

Over the past seven decades, Engle Printing & Publishing Co., Inc. (EPC) has grown from one couple producing one paper to a company that employs 150 people, distributes 16 community newspapers and multiple specialty publications to close to 200,000 people, and provides printing services for numerous clients. Although the scope of the business has changed, one thing has remained constant: community.

“We want to make that connection to our local merchants and to our community members,” said Charlie Engle, company president.

As EPC marks 70 years in business this year, Charlie and his daughter Jocelyn Engle looked back on what started in 1954 in the basement of Alvin and Pauline Engle’s Mount Joy home.

“My dad bought his own little press and put it in our basement,” Charlie said of Alvin. “He was working full time in the printing business, but he always wanted to do his own thing.”

In 1959, EPC purchased its first community publication, the Merchandiser, and by 1960, Alvin had quit his day job to

Crew members who worked on March 15 were (counterclockwise, from left) Michelle Kreger, Karly Emmert, Leah DiPietro, Cali Camuti, Ashley Hrybenko and Madison Rohrbach.

focus on the new business full time. It soon became a family enterprise, with Alvin and Pauline selling ads while their childrenCharlie, Audrey, and Denny - helped where they could.

Charlie recalled the tedious task of cutting and hand-gluing address labels on the paper as well as folding each of the newspapers by hand. When Alvin died unexpectedly in 1971, the family faced a decision.

“My mother came to us and said, ‘There are some people who are interested in buying the business,’” Charlie recalled. “The three children all agreed, and we all said no to selling. We knew we could do this.”

Charlie became company president, with Denny serving as vice president, positions both men still hold today. Audrey also dedicated herself to the company before her death in 2018. Pauline continued to work for EPC well into her 70s. She passed away in 2020. Today, there are also four members of the third generation of Engles at EPC, with several

fourth-generation family members helping out sporadically.

Outside printing is the bread and butter of the business, with production running 24 hours a day, five days a week. Along with continuing to publish the Merchandiser and other community papers, including the Pennysaver, Advertiser, and Community Courier, EPC produces local Chamber guides, Farm Show premium books and more.

Seventy years of business has included ups and downs for the company, Charlie said. Challenges have ranged from competition to rising costs to navigating the pandemic.

Through it all, EPC has remained focused on its original mission: serving the community.

“Our family and the company have been blessed,” Charlie said. “Since we’ve been blessed, we want to bless others. We started a foundation in the early ‘90s, and that supports a variety of local programs.”

EPC publications focus on telling the good news happening at nonprofit organizations, schools and local businesses, and that’s more important than ever, Jocelyn said.

“We are surrounded by bad news,” she said. “Every time we turn on the TV, every time we open our phone, it’s upsetting. It brings us down. There are so many good things happening in our community, and we want to shine a light on them.”

Asked about the secret to EPC’s longevity, Charlie didn’t hesitate to answer. “We’ve had good people,” he said simply. “We have so many longtime employees, some who have been here for 35 or 40 years.”

As for the next 70 years, Charlie and Jocelyn envision a bright future. The company is transitioning into providing digital solutions for clients, while continuing to support local businesses and tell positive stories through its community newspapers and online at www.townlively.com.

“I love the legacy my grandfather started,” Jocelyn said. “I never met him, but I know his goal and his mission was to support the community, and we won’t lose that connection to the community. We will continue to be hyperlocal, providing our advertisers with options to target just their region and news specifically about your school district and local community. We’re focused on right here, where we live, and all the good things that are happening.”

Pauline and Alvin Engle in 1967

Multiple generations of the Engle family work at EPC, including (from left) Jeremy Engle, Tanya Bomberger, Denny Engle, Charlie Engle, Jocelyn Engle and Daryl Rutt.

BY FRANCINE FULTON

Freedom Life Church will host Easter Eggstravaganzas this year at its main campus in Christiana, as well as at Muddy Run Park in Holtwood. The events

will be Saturday, March 30, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at both locations.

During each Easter Eggstravaganza, which is being organized by the FL Kids Team, children will be able enjoy inflatables, face

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painting, concessions and games. There will also be a chance to meet with live animals like rabbits and chicks.

Last year, the events were held for the first time at both locations in order

to accommodate the growing number of families.

“At Muddy Run, we had 600 kids (in attendance), and at main campus, we had about 300,” said Gina Turk, FL Kids Team

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4-H starts meat judging team

Chester County 4-H has added a meat judging team to its roster of activities. Complementing the existing livestock judging team, this new club offers opportunities that aim to expand the learning and competitive horizons for youths in the area.

The Livestock Skillathon is a comprehensive contest that tests participants’ knowledge across various aspects of livestock care and management, from equipment and breeds to feedstuffs and retail meat identification. Similarly, the meat judging team will compete in contests where the team members will rank different beef, pork, and lamb classes based on estimated value. They will also learn to

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identify retail meat cuts. Interested youths are encouraged to join, regardless of prior experience. The team is seeking students who will work hard and who have a competitive spirit and an eagerness to learn.

The Romano 4-H Center serves as the primary hub for the meat judging and livestock judging teams’ practices. Additionally, local farms will host hands-on practice sessions. Virtual and online sessions will be used as well to ensure accessibility and flexibility.

Practices have begun, but new participants are welcome. The schedule will be shared with participants upon expression of interest. For more information, contact Audrey Reith, Chester County Extension 4-H educator, at alr5762@psu.edu or 610-696-3500.

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director. “That morning, we hid 15,000 eggs at Muddy Run and 5,000 for the main campus.”

For the egg hunt, children will be separated by age groups. Children can collect as many eggs as they can carry; youngsters should bring their own bags or baskets. The eggs will have small gifts or candy inside, and several of the eggs will contains certificates for larger prizes, such as Squishmallows.

The activities and egg hunt are open to children up to fifth grade. Admission is free, and pregistration is not required.

“The best part of our Easter Eggstravaganzas are the endless smiles,” Turk added. “We have the privilege to create special moments for families that they’ll always remember.”

Freedom Life’s main campus is located at 447

Noble Road, Christiana.

The church’s Quarryville campus meets at Smith Middle School, 645 Kirkwood Pike, Quarryville. Families are also invited to attend Easter weekend events at Freedom Life, which will include a Good Friday service and Resurrection Sunday celebrations. Worship and Communion will take place on Friday, March 29, at 7 p.m. at both Freedom Life locations. FL Kids will offer a special Children’s Church Good Friday service for youngsters in fifth grade and younger.

On Easter Sunday, March 31, celebration services will be offered at 9 and 11 a.m. at the main campus and at 10 a.m. at Smith Middle School. Doughnuts will be provided. For more information, call 610-593-5959 or visit www.facebook.com/free domlife.tv or www.free dom.life. Eggstravaganza

Youngsters will be able to meet live animals (left photo) and gather Easter eggs (right photo).

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“We are a combination department,” explained Gathercole. “The fire department is volunteers. All of our EMS is career staff. Fire and EMS go to every call.”

DiPietro noted that the ambulance staff responds to a variety of calls ranging from car accidents to medical emergencies. “It’s a mixture (of emergency calls),” she said. “It’s mainly sick people or urgent care will call for us to transport (patients) to a hospital.”

She noted that EMTs must complete classes to become certified. “We keep our CPR certification up to date and our EMT

certification,” said DiPietro. “We recertify every three years and have to take continuing education courses.”

She added that many EMTs parlay their emergency service experience into future careers. “A lot of EMTs are in nursing school or are taking classes to get into nursing school or to become a physician assistant. Some go to medical school,” she said, adding, “My family were EMTs, and it is something I always had a passion for.”

More information and photos of the female members of KVFD are available at www.kvfd8.com under the heading “National

Women’s Month - Recognizing Some of KVFD’s Finest.” In the piece, Gathercole stated, “KVFD would like to recognize them and thank them for their contributions to KVFD on a daily basis. We are also proud to work alongside the women throughout Chester County Emergency Services, including police, fire and EMS.”

KVFD is located at 329 W. First Ave., Parkesburg. For more information, including volunteer opportunities, visit the previously mentioned website or email info@kvfd.com. More information is also available at www.facebook .com/kvfd8.

Church sets Holy Week and Easter services

Leacock Presbyterian Church, 3181 Lincoln Highway East, Paradise, has announced its Holy Week and Easter activities.

A Maundy Thursday service including Communion will be held on March 28 at 7 p.m. It will center around the theme “I Am the Vine.”

The sanctuary will also be open on Good Friday, March 29, from noon to 1 p.m. for music and the Word with Pastor Shuler and organist Dianne Yuninger.

Commissioners demonstrate Hands-Only CPR

At the Chester County commissioners’ Feb. 14 public meeting, Commissioners Josh Maxwell, Marian Moskowitz, and Eric Roe proclaimed the county’s recognition of American Heart Month and practiced Hands-Only CPR on three adult-size manikins, guided by members of the Chester County Department of Emergency Services. Support from the county’s emergency medical services (EMS) professionals included playing the Bee Gees’ 1977 classic “Stayin’ Alive,” used in CPR training because it is the perfect song for achieving the 100 to 120 beats per

An Easter sunrise service will take place at 7 a.m. on Sunday, March 31, at the Old Leacock Church, Old Philadelphia Pike and Old Leacock Road, 1 mile west of Intercourse. Worshippers will gather around a fire in the courtyard and then, using lighted candles,

process into the sanctuary, where the Rev. Jim Shuler will lead the service.

A potluck breakfast will follow this service in the fellowship hall of the Paradise church. The Service of the Resurrection will occur at 9:30 a.m. in the Paradise sanctuary.

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Taking its cue from the 55th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing, the American Helicopter Museum and Education Center (AHMEC) will launch several space-oriented programs throughout the year, including children’s workshops about the Saturn V rocket, life in space, and a mission to Mars.

Additionally, three-week summer programs will focus on topics like how large space is, how faraway the stars and planets are, the challenges of living on Mars, and how powerful the sun is. Participants will learn about outer space via demonstrations, science shows, and hands-on activities.

The first program will be the Girls in Science & Technology Space Program, which will be offered for girls ages 6 to 9 from Monday to Friday, July 15 to 19, from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. daily and for girls ages 10 to 13 from Monday to Friday, July 22 to 26, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily. The AHMEC Space Program for boys and girls ages 6 to 12 will run from Monday to Friday, Aug. 5 to 9, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily. Every participant will receive a free helicopter ride. All programs will offer child care after the program from 3 to 5 p.m. for an additional fee.

AHMEC will also host its annual Flight School summer program for boys and girls ages 6 to 12. Participants will learn about all things flight via

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demonstrations, science shows, and hands-on activities. The program will occur on Monday to Friday, Aug. 12 to 16, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily. Participants will receive a free helicopter ride. Child care will be available from 3 to 5 p.m. for an additional fee.

The exhibit “Rockets and Rotors” will open on Friday, May 24. Some of the

items on display will feature Snoopy from Charles Schulz’s “Peanuts.”

The museum will celebrate the anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing with an event on Saturday, July 20.

For more information, contact AHMEC at 610436-9600 or visit www .helicoptermuseum.org/ summer-programs.

GPA Mobilization Ministries will hold its 16th annual Mission Partners Dinner at Nottingham Missionary Baptist Church, 303 W. Christine Road, Nottingham, on Thursday, April 4, at 7 p.m. The theme is “Across the Street, Across the Sea.” The keynote speaker will be GPA president and director Gary S. Moore, and the program will also include vocal music by Redeemed. Admission is free, but tickets are required. To obtain tickets and for more information, visit www .gpamm.com. Sponsorships are available.

Hands-on activities will be part of various programs this summer.

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County government honored for employee well-being

For the second consecutive year, the American Heart Association (AHA) awarded Chester County Government a platinum recognition for its “commitment to employee health and well-being”. The county achieved platinum status - the highest possible rating - on the AHA’s Workforce Well-Being Scorecard by scoring in the top 8% of 492 participating organizations nationwide. The AHA developed the Workforce Well-Being Scorecard in collaboration with industry experts to help employers build a science-backed, employee-centric culture of health and well-being to bolster employee engagement, retention, and productivity.

The county government offers a wellness program for its approximately 2,600 employees, who may attend classes and receive incentives and rewards. In bestowing the platinum status, the AHA particularly noted the county’s excellence in its walking and financial wellness programs.

Beiler Insurance Agency earns honor

Beiler Insurance Agency Inc., Gap, is one of seven independent insurance agencies that has received Mutual Benefit Group’s Inner Circle honor based on 2023 business results.

This is the seventh time that Beiler Insurance Agency Inc. has qualified for the honor.

Mutual Benefit Group is a multiline property and casualty insurance company based in Huntingdon. It is represented by 210 independent agents in both Pennsylvania and Maryland. Every year, the company celebrates the independent agents who have provided superior customer satisfaction while

establishing a consistent record of profitable growth for the company.

This group of agents is referred to as Mutual Benefit’s Inner Circle. As part of this group, Beiler Insurance Agency Inc. will be presented with a gift and a cash award at the annual Inner Circle celebratory event.

Since opening its doors in 1978, Beiler Insurance Agency has served Lancaster and Chester counties. At the end of 2023, Rob Beiler (former president) handed down his role to Christopher Beiler (former vice president); and Rob’s son Andrew

Beiler became vice president. Rob will remain active behind the scenes in a part-time role. With only nine staff members, the company continues to provide home, auto, life, business, umbrella and farm insurance.

Rob and Chris both continue to play a big role in their local volunteer fire department.

Learn more about Beiler Insurance Agency Inc. at www.beilerinsurance.com and www.facebook.com/ BeilerInsuranceAgencyInc.

In celebration of the achievement and American Heart Month, the county commissioners presented a proclamation at a recent public meeting to Chester County Government human resources director Michelle Gallo and employee learning and development manager Marcy Curth, who oversees the staff wellness program.

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Chester County Commissioners Eric Roe (far left), Marian Moskowitz (second from right), and Josh Maxwell (far right) presented a proclamation to Michelle Gallo (second from left) and Marcy Curth.

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Parkesburg Baptist Church

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services have been set: Maundy Thursday, March 28, 7 p.m.; Good Friday, March 29, 7 p.m.; and Easter Sunday, March 31, 6:30 a.m. (sunrise service) and 10:30 a.m.

March 28. Narcotics Anonymous

IMPACT Church

101 E. First Ave., Parkesburg, 5 p.m.

March 28 through March 31. Easter Services

Upper Octorara Presbyterian Church

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March 29 through March 31. Easter Services

Pequea Church of White Horse

5482 Old Philadelphia Pike, Gap. A Good Friday community worship service will be held on March 29 at noon. An outdoor Easter sunrise service will take place at 7 a.m. on March 31, with brunch to follow. An Easter worship service with children’s ministry will take place at 9 a.m.

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March 30. Easter Eggstravaganza

Gateway Church

160 Cowan Road, Parkesburg, 2:30 to 3:45 p.m. The Eggstravaganza will include Easter egg hunts, a helicopter candy drop, live animals, face painting, snacks, children’s games and balloon animals. All are invited to stay for the church’s Easter service at 4 p.m. For more information and to register, visit https://gtwy.church/ eggstravaganza.

March 31. Church Service, Free Meal

New Beginnings Church of the Cross

1 Penn Ave, Christiana. Sunday morning worship will take place at 10 a.m. and then attendees may enjoy a free smorgasbord-style meal. The church is located between Newport Avenue and Pine Street, two blocks from the light at Route 41 and Pine Creek Drive. www.facebook.com/NewBeginningsCross

April 2. GriefShare

Gateway Church

160 Cowan Road, Parkesburg, 6:30 to 8 p.m. The topic will be “Hope and Resilience.” GriefShare, which is facilitated by Paul and Twila Ranck, is a free support group for those who have experienced the death of a family member or friend. www.griefshare.org/ groups/177709

The Community Calendar is a weekly feature of the Community Courier. Submit your meting or event for consideration in writing at least two weeks prior to the event. Email submissions to ffulton@engleonline.com. For more information, call 800-800-1833, ext. 6018.

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minute that is ideal for chest compressions.

According to the American Red Cross, HandsOnly CPR involves two crucial steps for helping a person suffering a cardiac arrest. First, call 9-1-1, and second, perform chest compressions at a rate of 100 to 120 beats per minute.

Several EMS agencies in Chester County provide Hands-Only CPR training. Among these are

Good Fellowship Ambulance & EMS Training Institute, with information available at www .goodfellowship.com/ training/community -education/; Uwchlan Ambulance Corps & Training Institute, with information available at https://station87.com/ education; and Emergency Training Academy, with details at www .emergencytraining.pro.

License plate purchases to support veterans

As the nation celebrates Women’s History Month in March, the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) reminds drivers that purchasing an Honoring Our Women Veterans License Plate both recognizes the importance of women who served and supports programs assisting the nearly 64,000 woman veterans in Pennsylvania.

A portion of the proceeds from each plate goes directly to the Pennsylvania Veterans’ Trust Fund (VTF). The VTF regularly issues grants to statewide charitable organizations assisting veterans service organizations and county directors of veterans affairs. The grants are used to aid veterans in need of shelter, essential goods and other services.

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Veterans license plate is available for passenger cars or trucks with a registered gross weight of not more than 14,000 pounds. Additionally, Honoring Our Veterans license plates for passenger cars, trucks with a registered gross weight of not more than 14,000 pounds, and motorcycles are available, with a portion of the proceeds from each plate going to the VTF.

In addition to the sales of these license plates, a variety of programs exist to help fund the VTF in support of Pennsylvania’s more than 700,000 veterans. To learn more about how to purchase the aforementioned license plates and support the VTF, visit www.vtf .pa.gov or follow DMVA on Facebook at www.facebook .com/padmva.

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ATGLEN MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH:

E. Main and Dallas Sts., Atglen, PA. Joe Newsome, Interim Pastor. Join us Sundays at 11am as we preach Christ crucified, risen and coming again so all may come to a personal, saving relationship with Christ.

ENCOUNTER CHURCH: 300 Hideaway Drive, Quarryville, PA 17566

Sunday Service & Kid's Church held at 8:30 am and 10:45 am. Church e-mail: office@encounterchurchpa.org www.encounterchuchpa.org

Church phone: 717-786-2756

FAITH BIBLE CHAPEL: “Ordinary People Serving An Extraordinary God.” Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m. (Children’s Service during Pastor’s Message). Wednesday Prayer Meeting at 6:30 p.m. We are located at 140 Bernard Ave., Cochranville. Pastor Scott Althouse 610-593-6333 fbchapel@zoominternet.net

GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH: Dedicated to the serious preaching & teaching of God’s Word. Traditional hymns & praise songs accompanied by guitar. Sunday Service 10:40am. 53 Hurley Rd, Parkesburg, PA 19365. 610-593-7123. www. gracecommunitychurch-parkesburg.com for messages, ministries and directions

HEALING SHEPHERD, ECC

Progressive, Inclusive, Democratic, Catholic!

Sunday Mass: 10am 2109 Art School Road, Chester Springs, PA 19425 610-969-5932 www.healingshepherd.com

HIGHLAND BAPTIST CHURCH: 1 EAST HIGHLAND RD., PARKESBURG PA 19365

610-857-1670 www.highland-bc.org

Sunday Services: Sunday School for all ages 9:30 am, Morning Service 10:45 am (nursery is available), Prayer Service 4 pm Wednesday Youth programs 6:30-8:00 pm. Thursday Ladies Bible Study 10:00 am

IMPACT CHURCH: IMPACTING lives with the Hope of Jesus Christ. Sunday Gatherings at 9 am & 10:30 am. 101 East 1st Ave., Parkesburg. Pastor Mike Bailey. 610-857-3887. Visit us online at WWW.IMPACTPA.CHURCH

LITTLE BRITAIN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

255 Little Britain Church Rd., Peach Bottom (between 222 and 272). Sunday School Classes all ages 9:15 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Youth Groups for Elementary, Jr. High and Sr. High, Choir, Bell Choir, Small Groups. Rev. Thomas Milligan, 717-548-2266. Web site: www.littlebritainchurch.org E-mail: lbpc1732@gmail.com Hearing assistance devices.

MANOR PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (PCA)

“Come find spiritual life in Christ for your family.” Cochranville: Rte. 926, halfway between Rte. 41 & Rte. 10. Rev. Daniel Henderson, Pastor. Sunday School for all ages at 9:30 am. Fellowship & Refreshments from 10:15-10:35 am. Worship with classes for infantsPre-K at 10:45 am Kidsworship for K5th is held during the sermon time. Youth Group for 6th-12th grades twice a month at 6:30 pm 610-869-2402. www.manorpresbyterian.com

MAPLE GROVE MENNONITE CHURCH: 549 Swan Rd., Atglen. 610-593-6658, Lead Pastor: Mike Clemmer, Music Minister: Matt Chambers. Sunday School 9am, Sunday Worship 10am, Children’s Church, Nursery. Youth Group Wed., 7pm. Christian Preschool. Visit us online at: www.maplegrovemc.com

MIDDLE OCTORARA PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH: 1199 Valley Road Quarryville. Sunday Services: Sunday School 9 AM; Blended Worship 10:30 AM. 717-786-3402 Visit us online at www.middleoctorara.org

MT. VERNON CHRISTIAN CHURCH: Growing Deeper, Reaching Farther. 1 Lighthouse Dr, Kirkwood. Pastor Tony Murrin. Sunday School- all ages 9am, Worship 10:00am. Handicap Access. Phone: 717-529-4102. Visit us online at mtvernonchristianchurch.com

PARKESBURG BAPTIST CHURCH: 103 West St., (next to Parkesburg Library & Minich Park). 610-857-9135 or Email: info@parkesburgbaptist.org. Pastor: Rev. Mary C. Lewis. Sunday Worship 10:30 am - Nursery Care & Jr. Church provided.

PARKESBURG WORD OF FAITH CHURCH

Sunday Service 10 am & Wednesday prayer at 7:30 pm - at 501 Lenover Rd., Parkesburg, PA 19365. Call 610-593-2277 www.parkesburgwordoffaith.org

SANDY HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH : 420 S. Sandy Hill Rd., Coatesville 610-857-3959; www.sandyhill.net. Sunday service: 10:15am; Bible teaching, music; Children’s classes, staffed nursery; Adult classes, 9:15am, Youth Min., Sundays, 5:30-7:30pm. Small Groups. A Friendly, Christ-centered church. Preschool: Enrolling-2 1/2-5 years, 610-857-1922

ST. CHRISTOPHER’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH

Where everyone can find a place to belong! 116 Lancaster Pike, Oxford (Rt. 472 at the Rt. 1 bypass ramps). Sunday inperson Holy Communion Service at 10:00 AM, also live-streamed. When people warmly welcome you, you will know you have found a church home where you can come just as you are. The Episcopal Church is Catholic in the way we worship and Protestant in the way we think. You’ll find beautiful music, good preaching, and an inclusive community in which to worship God. YOU BELONG HERE! Check out St. Christopher’s website, YouTube, or Facebook for updates and links. Rev. Dr. Mary Ann Mertz rector@stchrisoxford.org 610-932-8134 www.stchrisoxford.org

UPPER OCTORARA PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (EPC): 1121 Octorara Trail (on Rt. 10 a mile south of Rt. 30), Parkesburg. Christ-centered, Handicapped accessible. Sunday School all ages 9:30 am (Sept-May). Sunday Worship (Blended style) 10:30 am. Adult choir, Youth Group & a variety of adult groups. Dr. Jerry Iamurri, Supply Pastor. (610)857-5787 www.uopc-epc.org Find us on Facebook. Christian Preschool: (610)857-0236

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Church posts Easter activities

IMPACT Church, 101 E. First Ave., Parkesburg has set its Easter services. Community members are welcome to attend.

A Good Friday gathering will take place at 6:30 p.m. on March 29. The service will include a time of worship and communion. The message “Suffering for Your Good” will be presented by Pastor Mike Bailey.

Easter Sunday gatherings, which will include contemporary music and a Bible relevant message, will take place on March 31 at 8, 9:30 and 11 a.m. A photo booth will be available for Easter family photos.

IMPACT Kids, which is open to children age 6 weeks through fifth grade, will be offered at all three of the Easter gatherings. Children will learn age-appropriate Easter lessons, enjoy music and complete a craft to take home. For children who would like to stay with their families during the service, activity folders will be provided. For more information or to register a child, visit www.impactpa .church/kids.

On Sunday, April 7, IMPACT Church will offer a children’s petting zoo following the 9 and 10:30 a.m. gatherings.

For more information, call 610-857-3887 or visit www.impactpa.church or www.facebook.com/ impactchurchparkesburg.