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THIS WEEK’S FEATURED CHURCH:

Liberty Baptist Church

47 Cindia Lane, Ephrata • 717-733-0396

Our Pastors are dedicated to preaching the Word. Come and join us for service and fellowship!

We sing the old time hymns of faith and read the King James Bible. We would love to have you with us!

Pastor Jim Taylor Assoc. Pastor Keith MacDougall

Experiencing God - Bible Based

Family Focused - Christ Centered Pastor Dan Krall 491 Peach Rd., Ephrata 717-733-2526 www.ephratabfc.com

Sunday School: 9:30am Church Service: 10:30am

Wed. Youth Groups: 6:45pm

Wed. AWANA: 7:00pm

Wed. Prayer Meeting: 7:15pm

St. Paul’s

UCC

133 Church Street Bowmansville

717-445-6256

Pastor Phil Shober

Sunday Worship 10:30am

In-Person & on Sunday School & Nursery Available

Men’s & Women’s Bible Studies

Second Wednesday of the Month, 7pm Home of “Grace House Blessings” www.stpaulsuccchurch.org attention, therefore, to what we have heard, so that we do not drift away.” It is especially important that we watch, be aware of false doctrine so as to not be led astray. Ephesians 4:14 spells it out nicely, “That we henceforth be no more children, tossed to and fro, and carried about with every wind of doctrine, by the sleight of men, and cunning craftiness, whereby they lie in wait to deceive.” What you believe should make a difference in how you live.

Not only are we to watch out for the many temptations that can overtake us, and the false doctrine that deceives, but we are also to watch for, and look unto Christ, and

His soon return. Matthew 24:42, 44 reads, “Watch therefore; for ye know not what hour your Lord does come. Therefore be ye also ready; for in such an hour as ye think not the Son of man comes.”

We are to watch that we do not fall into temptation and the sin that so easily entangles us. We are to watch so that we do not embrace false doctrine and thereby be deceived.

We are to watch and look unto Christ the author and finisher of our faith, and His soon return.

Next week, we will look into prayer and its relationship to the willing spirit and weak flesh.

Pastor 400 Pfautz Hill Rd. P.O. Box 98 Stevens, PA 17578 717-336-2147 www.reamstownchurchofgod.org

Sunday School - 9:00 AM

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• Wednesdays, February 1, 8, 15, & 22, 3:30 p.m.Library eSports Practice. Play, compete, practice, repeat! Join the library eSports team. Right now they are playing Rocket League and League of Legends. Interested in becoming a member or looking for more information? Reach out to them at publicprograms@ ephratapubliclibrary.org. You must be at least 11 years old to join the team.

• Wednesday, February 1, 6:00 p.m. – Keep Calm and Carry Yarn. Knitters and crocheters of all experience levels are invited to join them at the library on the first Wednesday of the month to work on personal projects and socialize with others. Ages 18+.

• Thursdays, February 2 & 23, 1:00 p.m.Kids S.T.E.A.M. Time. Preschoolers are invited to the library for simple science, technology, engineering, arts and math activities. Ages 3-7.

• Thursday, February 2, 1:30 p.m. - Public Speaking for Homeschoolers. Build confidence and practice public speaking through games and activities in this fun class. Ages 10+.

• Thursdays, February 2 & 16, 3:30 p.m. - Dungeons & Dragons for Teens: Group B. Dungeons and & Dragons is a game of imagination, fun, chaos and story. Play as a character you create and let the Dungeon Master take you on a journey to a mystical land. Cast spells, talk to and befriend NPCs. Everything is possible as long as you can roll the dice. Please do not register for both Group A and Group B as space is limited and they want everyone to have a chance to play. Ages 13-18.

• Thursday, February 2, 4:30 p.m. – Cotton Dreams: Cotton Candy Workshop for Tweens. Come to the library to learn how to make your own cotton candy and participate in cotton candy themed crafts and activities. Ages 10-12.

• Thursday, February 2, 5:30 p.m. - Instagram.

Learn the history and basics of Instagram. Participants will learn to take and upload pictures and videos, use appropriate hashtags and use filters to alter the image. Funded through a grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry. Ages 18+.

• Thursday, February 2, 6:00 p.m. - Family Movie Night. Join them for a family-friendly movie night. This month they will be watching “Lightyear” (2022), the story of Buzz Lightyear and his adventures to infinity and beyond. Rated PG. 100 minutes. Popcorn provided. All ages are welcome!

• Monday, February 6, 3:00 p.m. & 4:30 p.m. -

Resume Editing Lab. The Resume Editing Lab provides editing time during a 1.5-hour session. If needed, trained workforce professionals are on standby to help answer any questions. If possible, bring a copy of the job descriptions. Presented by CareerLink™ of Lancaster County. Funded through a grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry.

• Monday, February 6, 6:30 p.m. - Read & Escape Book Discussion. Read exciting new books! Join them online for a book discussion on “The Matchmaker’s Gift” by Lynda Cohen. A link to this virtual program will be emailed to participants after registration. Ages 18+.

• Tuesday, February 7 & Wednesday, February 8, 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. –Romance Lovers’ Book Sale. Join them in the Library’s multipurpose room for this by-donation book sale.

• Tuesday, February 7, 5:30 p.m. - Internet Etiquette. This class will focus on ten basic principles of the internet: making real people a priority, respectful language, discretion, excluding others, choosing friends, sending large files, others’ privacy, fact-checking, prompt response to emails and updating online information. Participants will be able to understand why each of these concepts is important and why these have become universal in the digital age. Funded through a grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry. Ages 18+. on the back page of B Section!

Featuring NEW puzzles each week through February 8th and a SPECIAL CONTEST on February 15th!

Adamstown Library Events

Adamstown Area Library is located at 110 West Main Street in Adamstown, next to the post office. Library hours are Monday through Thursday, 9:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

This February, everyone is invited to perform simple acts of kindness through the Touch A Heart Program, which delivers Valentine’s Day cards to nursing home residents, veterans and soldiers. Brighten Someone’s Day Packets also provide cheer to senior residents. Supplies for both programs are available for pickup at the library.

For Valentine’s Day, the library Friends’ Glance at Romance Book Sale offers eight paperback romances in a beautifully decorated bag for a small cost.

February Events

• Friends’ Glance at Romance Book Sale – Now through Tuesday, February 14, while supplies last. The Friends’ Glance at Romance Book Sale takes place every February through Valentine’s Day. Purchase a beautifully decorated bag of eight

The Friendly Circle Welcomes Officers For 2023

Shown in the photo are The Friendly Circle officers for 2023 who were recently installed. Shown, from left to right, are (front) Debbie Moyer (Treasurer); Tom Williams (1st Vice President); John Rice (President); Bonnie Fry (Assistant Recording Secretary); (back) Almanara Buffenmyer (Publicity Chair); Janet Baker (2nd Assistant Membership Secretary); Sandy Butzer (Membership Secretary); Grace Gerhart (Corresponding Secretary); and Mary Ann O’Brian (1st Assistant Membership Secretary). Missing from the photo is Carl Woerner (Assistant Treasurer), Jerry Gerhart (Corresponding Secretary) and Libby Rupp (Recording Secretary).

paperback books while supplies last.

• Touch a Heart Program

– Now through Wednesday, February 8. Join the library in making handmade cards to make this Valentine’s Day a little more special for nursing home residents, veterans and soldiers. Pick up any needed supplies at the library, and drop off your completed cards to the library foyer by Wednesday, February 8. A simple gesture can make a world of difference!

• “Budding Bookworms” Preschool Storytime –Additional times: Every Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Stories and an easy craft for ages 3-6 with adult. Wednesdays, February 1, 8, 15 and 22.

Senior Class Yard Signs And T-Shirts

• Young At Heart – Wednesdays, February 1 and February 15 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. REAL Life Community Services invites you to Young at Heart, with free events for anyone age 60 and up. Join them at the library for coffee, chatting, games, crafts, and more on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month. For more information, call 717-3367797 or visit REALLCS. org.

• Tech Q & A – Wednesday, February 1 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Drop in to the library to get one-on-one help with your devices. Bring your questions such as, “how do I connect to the library Wi-Fi?” or “how do I attach my resume to an email?” or “can you help me get eBooks on my tablet?” Tech help and software training is also available other times by appointment.

• “Twinkling Stars” Baby Storytime – Every Thursday at 10:00 a.m. Simple stories, rhymes, puppets, songs, and fingerplays. Bring along your 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten packets to help achieve your goal! For babies with adult. Thursdays, February 2, 9, 16 and 23.

• “The Young and the Restless” Toddler Time –(Continued On Page 2B)

Woman’s Club Plans Purse Bingo

Cocalico High School Student Government Officers recently worked closely with a local printer to create the Class of 2023 t-shirts and senior lawn signs that are shown in the photo.

Students who were instrumental in this project include, from left to right,

The Woman’s Club of Ephrata is holding a Designer Purse Bingo event on Saturday, April 22 at the Ephrata American Legion, 300 Cocalico Street, Ephrata. There will be purses from three wellknown designers, door prizes and great raffle prizes

(including a 50/50 drawing).

Refreshments will be sold. The doors open at 5:30 p.m. and Bingo starts at 7:00 p.m.

To purchase tickets or for more information, call 717725-8541. The deadline for purchasing tickets is Friday, are Joan

April 7. Proceeds from the event will benefit non-profit organizations in the Ephrata area.

Every Thursday at 11:00 a.m. Stories, songs and fingerplays, followed by an easy craft and free play. Bring along your 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten packets to help achieve your goal! For toddlers with adult. Thursdays, February 2, 9, 16 and 23.

• American Girl Bag Pickup – Tuesday, February 6 while supplies last. On the first Monday of each month there will be a new American Girl packet to pick up, filled with fun for you and your doll. Starting that day, you can pick up a kit in the library foyer. 1 per family please. For ages 5-12 years.

• Mother Goose on the Loose – Monday, February

6, 13 and 27 at 10:00 a.m.

This fun-filled program engages your child with nursery rhymes, songs, scarves, flannel board stories and shakers to strengthen the foundation for early literacy. For ages 2-5.

• Virtual I SPY and Hide & Seek Escape Rooms –Tuesday, February 7 at 6:30 p.m. Can you find specific things in each picture? If you look closely, you will find the items you seek. Do you like to play hide and seek? Can you guess what is hiding in each picture? Miss Jess will also show you some free library databases (Tumblebooks & Book Flix). For ages 4-10. Registration required to receive Zoom Link.

• Daytime Discoverers at the library – Thursday, February 9 at 1:00 p.m. Are you doing “at-home” learning? Join Miss Jess for exciting and educational programs on the second Thursday of the month. In February, Brandon Webb from Members 1st Federal Credit Union will cover “What is money”: How we spend (via cards, checks, and currency), and what American currency and coin look like. For families.

• Macrame Workshop –Thursday, February 9 from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. If you’re interested in crafting and spending time with others in a fun and relaxing atmosphere, this free workshop is for you. In February, learn how to make your own macramé wall hanging. All supplies and instruction will be provided. For adults and older teens. Registration is requested.

• LEGO Activity Bag Pickup – Monday, February 13, while supplies last. On the 2nd Monday of each month there will be a new

Obituaries

View obituaries at www.snews.com/obituaries.

Irene (Sauder) Hoover Martin

Irene (Sauder) Hoover Martin, 95, of Akron, passed away on Monday, January 23, 2023, at WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital.

She was born in East Earl to the late Ervie and Alice (Sensenig) Sauder and was the wife of the late Elmer H. Martin.

Irene was a member of Washington Avenue Bible Church. She enjoyed spending time with her family, as well as her church family and her many friends at the Lititz Senior Center. She loved completing jigsaw puzzles, search word books and baking.

Irene is survived by four children: Kenneth, companion of Kathy Trump of Hamburg; Elmer Jr., husband of Dianne (Zimmerman) Martin of Leesport; Wilmer, husband of Vickie L. (Cummings)

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LEGO® packet for you to pick up, with instructions for a special project. Starting that day, you

• Drop-In STEAM – Monday, February 13, drop-in