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 FEBRUARY 2015 Calendar
 FEB/ MAR.. Schedules
Pastor’s Letter, continued
Men’s Work Day
Thank You Note
Employment Opportunity
Afternoon Circle
Fat Tuesday Dinner
Lenten Information
Attendance
WELCA News
Parish Health News
Parish Health News,
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Living Memorial
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Dear Salem Community,
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Award Presentation for
Gracie Evans
Marriage Encounter
First Communion Sign-Up
Confirmation
Notes on the Liturgy
2015 Council Members and
Officers
Birthdays & Anniversaries
Prayer List
Homebound Members
Prayers, Cards & Visits
Needed
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Schedules for Feb. & Mar..
Ushers, Counters, Greeters,
Lay Assistants, Acolytes
February. 2015 Calendar
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Worship
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Sunday
School
10:45 am
And now faith, hope, and love abide, these three; and the
greatest of these is love. -1 Corinthians 13:13
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If asked what first comes to mind when they think about February, I fancy most
people might say Valentine’s Day along with something about celebrating the
gift of love and honoring those we hold dear. The first thing I usually think about
February is how I would just as soon skip over it and go straight to March. Not
because I don’t appreciate or want to celebrate V-day and the gift of love, or
want to honor my loved ones and how much they mean to me. I do want to do
these things.
I believe our human capacity to love one another is a gift from the source of
love, God. God gives human beings the capacity to love in order to draw us together into relationships of mutual respect, faithfulness and caring, whether
those relationships are rooted in friendship, family, community, or intimacy.
Therefore, it seems right and salutary that we should set aside a day, a time
every year to give thanks to God for the gift of love and the relationships we hold
dear.
So, what is hard about February? Why do I sometimes want to bypass it? It
evokes memories of a difficult time when my and my family’s heart was broken
by the death of my stepdad Norman. Since his death in February 2006, when
stores begin filling up with red and pink balloons, teddy bears holding hearts,
boxes of chocolates, and greeting cards proclaiming the richness of love, I often
find my heart filling up with memories of Norman, memories both bitter and
sweet. Troublesome memories of his battle with and death from cancer mixed
with joyous memories of his zest for life. Memories of shaking his strong and reliable hands for the first time in the fellowship hall of my childhood church at age
10 interlaced with memories of clinging to his lifeless hands in a hospital emergency room at age 30. Memories of being gently scolded for questionable life
choices alongside memories of being extravagantly praised for every new
achievement in school or work.
As I get to know you more deeply, I recognize your hearts too have been broken
by tragedies and the deaths of loved ones—parents, grandparents, spouses,
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PASTOR’S LETTER, Contnued.
siblings, children, family members, community members, mentors and friends. You too carry around a
mixed bag of memories. And maybe it’s not February for you. Maybe it’s March or June or October,
etc., but like me, you too may have a month or a season or a time of year you would rather skip over.
Yet, we know we cannot. Rather, we journey on, carrying within our hearts both the bitterness and the
sweetness of our memories, our relationships, and our life experiences.
And I was thinking, perhaps, therein lies God’s saving grace for us. Because truly, for all the sorrow
February can and does bring, I would not bypass it for a second. Why? I never, ever expected to have
a father in my life. My biological dad died when I was a toddler. I grew up as a child thinking that a dad
wasn’t on the books for me. Then my mother and Norman married. Suddenly, not only did I get a
dad—a totally unexpected gift of love and grace from God—but with him also came a whole new family—more siblings, nieces and nephews, and aunts and uncles—to love and to be loved by. It was like I
won the lottery of family and love and new life!
And so I say: bring on February and all the memories! Bring on the bitter heartache and the sweet
love that may come with it! For it all reminds me; by the grace of God, I was blessed to have loved and
been loved by a wonderful father, an awesome friend, and a great spiritual mentor in Norman. I am
still blessed to love and to be loved by some truly good people who make a difference in my life and
who affirm me when life would try to knock me down. I suspect you also, by the grace of God, have
been and are even now blessed to love and to be loved by some very special people in your lives,
people without who you would not be where or who you are today, people who affirm you when you
need it.
As we enter February, a time of celebrating l’ amour and honoring loved ones, those who have died
and those who still walk this journey of life with us, may God’s love be a seal upon the hearts of you
and your loved ones, a mantle about your shoulders, and a crown upon your foreheads! May we
strive, in all our relationships, to live according to the words of Paul: Above all, clothe yourselves with
love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony. And let the peace of Christ rule in your
hearts, to which indeed you were called in the one body. And be thankful. (Colossians 3:14-15)
A Blessed February & Happy Valentine’s to you, Salem Community, and to all God’s People!
-Pastor Kara
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WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY
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will be meeting on February 4th at 12:00 PM in the
Social Room. Please bring a covered dish and a
reading to share with the group. All the women of the
church are most welcome to attend.
Ladies Work Day has been discontinued. Please see
the WELCA page for more information.
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On Thursday, January 8, the men met at the
Wagon Wheel Restaurant for their fellowship
breakfast.
Those attending were: Jim Blazek, Paul
Bush, Ken Dietrich, Ed Duff, Bill Klein, John Planic and
Jake Schlotter. The men took down all the Christmas
decorations. They will meet again on February 5 at
8:30 am at the Wagon Wheel Restaurant.
Please join them if you are able. They are always
looking for more help and there is always plenty of work
to do at the church.
Camp Agape Employment Opportunity
Marketing Manager
Camp Agape is seeking a year-round, part-time Marketing Assistant responsible for expanding the
awareness and use of Camp Agape. The Marketing
Assistiant will participate with other staff in complying
with ACA and camp policies, in meeting the needs of
those we serve and in the camp’s mission of bringing
people together in Christ.
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“Well-Wishes” Card Rack
Remember to sign the greeting cards each
week to show our hospitalized
or shut-in members we care about
them and send our prayers
and best wishes to them.
FAT TUESDAY
PANCAKE
& SAUSAGE
DINNER
Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2015
Feb. 18 Ash Wednesday Services
11:00 am & 7:00 pm
4:30 - 7:00 pm
This year the dinner will be held at the
same time as the Salem Serves
weekly dinner. There is no charge,
but donations will be accepted.
There will be special crafts for children.
WEDNESDAYS IN LENT
On Wednesday evenings during Lent, Salem will
explore how God's Word creates, calls, commands,
saves, sustains, shapes and sends you and the
church.
This 40 - day Lenten Journey into Seven Wonders
of the Word will challenge you to experience the
power of God's Word in all aspects of your life and in
our world. It will also encourage you to deepen your
prayer life as you relate the power of God's Word to
your personal experience.
Please join us at 6:00 for soup and & 7:00 for Worship
and Bible Study!
To get a copy of Seven Wonders of the Word , please
call the church office or sign up in the Social Hall after
Sunday worship. The cost of the Lenten devotional and
study book is $10.00
6:00 pm Soup Dinner
Feb. 25 - Worship & Music Committee
Mar. 4 -
Social Ministry Committee
Mar. 11 - Christian Education Committee
Mar. 18- Youth & Family/ Finance Committees
DECEMBER ATTENDANCE
Worship Services
Sunday School
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171
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Christmas Eve
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207
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W/ELCA (Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America)
Committee Members:
Submitted by Donna Earnest
Beth Lawrence, Sandy Sullivan, Nancy Hunter, Sec-Treasurer-Donna Earnest
February Activities of Women of the ELCA
February 4, 2015 –
Circle Meeting at 12:00 noon beginning with a covered dish lunch, weather permitting. Of
course, in case of inclement weather, we will cancel. If in doubt, call Donna Earnest at 724834-5849 or the church office.
There is no scheduled W/ELCA board meeting in January and February.
Betty Anderson has resigned as leader of our monthly workday, and because of declining attendance, we are
discontinuing workday. This activity has been ongoing for many years, originally under the leadership of Betty
Hags. We thank both of these wonderful women for sharing their talents with us in the past, and we hope to find
another worthwhile project to take its place in the future. Anyone who has an idea of something that would be a
good service project for Salem, can contact any member of our board to discuss it with us
PARISH HEALTH NEWS
Social Ministry
GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Desease)
Heartburn is a common digestive
problem. For some people, the burning discomfort happens only occasionally. For others, heartburn is a
problem every day. It keeps many
people from sleeping and makes routine activities difficult. The cause of
heartburn is a condition called gastro
esophageal reflux disease (GERD).
It also goes by the name acid reflux.
What is Gerd?
The problem starts with the lower
esophageal sphincter (LES). This
ring of muscle is found where the
esophagus meets the stomach, and
keeps stomach acid in your stomach.
But when it becomes weak or relaxes
when it shouldn't, the contents of the
stomach can flow back up into the
esophagus.
Symptoms
The backwash of stomach acid into
the esophagus causes a burning sensation-heartburn- that is usually felt in
the chest just behind the breastbone.
The pain may run from the lower ribs
to the bottom of the neck. Heartburn
can last for hours and often occurs
along with burping and a bloated feeling. GERD can sometimes cause
chest pain that's severe enough to
mimic a heart attack. It may also
cause belly pain that mimics an ulcer.
12 Self-help steps for GERD
Modifying diet and lifestyle is the first
foundation for treating acid reflux.
The goal is to help keep the contents
of your stomach where they belong.
1. These steps can help: Eat smaller meals. You might even try
eating three, four, or five smaller
meals a day.
2. Relax when you eat. Stress increases the production of stomach acid. Sit down. Eat slowly.
Chew completely.
3. Remain upright after eating. Don't
lie down, bend over, or strain t lift
heavy objects for at least 3 hours
after eating.
4. Elevate the head or use a sedge.
If you're bothered by nighttime
heartburn, elevate the head of
your bed by putting blocks on the
floor or by placing a wedge pillow
under your upper body. Don't
use extra pillows under your
head because it can worsen reflux by bending you at the waist
and compressing your stomach.
5. Chew gum. Gum can increase
the production of saliva, which
sooths the esophagus and
washed acid back down into the
stomach. Sugar-free gum is usually best.
6. Check your medications. Ask
your doctor or pharmacist if you
are taking any medications that
might cause more symptoms.
These include aspirin, ibuprofen,
naproxen, progestin-containing
hormones and certain antidepressants.
7. Lose weight, if needed. Excess
weight increases pressure on the
stomach and can push acid into
the esophagus.
8. Hold off on exercise. Try waiting
at lest 2 hours after a meal before engaging in vigorous physical activity.
9. Stop smoking. Nicotine stimulates the production of stomach
acid and impairs LES function.
Quitting can offer relief.
10. Avoid things that put pressure on
the stomach. Steer clear of
wearing tight belts, waistbands,
and other binding clothing.
11. Don't eat immediately before bed.
Have your evening meal at least
3 hours before going to bed.
Avoid bedtime snacks.
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12 . Relax between meals. Relaxa-
tion therapies (eg. Deep breathing,
throat often.
meditation, massage, tai chi, or yoga)
 Persistent coughing without apparmay help prevent and relieve heartburn.
ent cause.
 Feeling that there is a "lump in the
Avoid Foods That Burn.
throat"
 Wheezing or asthma
Try to stay away from foods and beverages that can worsen acid reflux.
DIAGNOSIS:
Common offenders include:
 High-fat foods
To make a diagnosis of GERD, your
 Garlic
doctor will review your medical history
 Tea
and ask specific questions about your
pain. Your doctor will ask about other
 Spicy dishes
symptoms often associated with GERD,
 Onions
such as frequent non-burning chest
 Mints
pain, trouble swallowing, hoarseness, or
 Citrus fruits
constant coughing and wheezing.
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Carbonated drinks
Coffee (including decaf)
Tomatoes and tomato products.
WHEN IS GERD NOT HEARTBURN?
Here are some of the less obvious signs
of GERD:
 A sour or bitter taste in the mouth
 Backwash of food or fluids into the
back of the throat
 Hoarseness or laryngitis, especially
in the morning.
 Sore throat or the need to clear the
If the answers to these questions suggest typical acid reflux, you probably
won't need additional tests. Most doctors will start with a trial of medication.
If heartburn medications provide relief,
you most likely have been suffering
from GERD.
If not, your doctor may suggest some
tests:
An upper endoscopy is a flexible tube
that is pushed down to your lower
esophagus to look for irritation of the
lining of the esophagus
Esophageal monitoring is a test that
measures the level of acid in the esophagus over a 24- period.
A manometry measures the pressure in
the esophagus during swallowing to see
if the muscles are contracting normally.
Treatment: medication.
Here's a look at the types of medication
commonly used to treat GERD.
Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs) shut
down the stomach's acid production
H2 blocker suppress stomach acid and
can provide temporary relief for mild
GERD but are less effective than PPIs.
Antacids are over the counter work faster than acid 0suppressing medications
but provide only tempura relief
Surgery
Surgery can be a good option for people with severe GERD, those who don't
respond to medication and for young
people concerned about taking medications long term.
Build a Living Memorial
When making your will, consider including Salem. You thus continue to be a blessing long after you
are gone, as you help Salem to carry on it’s ministry for Christ. You can hasten the day when yet His
will shall be done on earth as it is in heaven. This is one of the finest inheritances one can leave, as it
is a witness to what you felt to be important, not only in this life, but the next. Your outright gift and
unconditional bequest will be a real help in the continuing of Salem’s mission and ministry. Talk this
matter over with your attorney, so that you may include Salem in your will.
Sample Bequest Form
I,
hereby give, devise and bequeath to Salem Evangelical
Lutheran Church of Delmont the sum of
Signed
Witnessed:
This
day of
Date
Date
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SPECIAL AWARD PRESENTATION
ATTENTION MARRIED COUPLES:
Have you signed up for your
spring
Lutheran Marriage Encounter
Weekend?
NOW is the time to register for this
opportunity to rekindle the romance and
realize the full potential of your marriage
with all the joy and beauty God intended.
Weekends run from Friday evening at 8
PM to Sunday afternoon around 4 PM.
The 2015 Pennsylvania Spring
Weekends are:

March 13-15, 2015 at the lovely Sheraton Pittsburgh Airport Hotel located in a
peaceful setting 6 miles from the Pittsburgh Airport.

April 10-12, 2015 at Toftrees Golf
Resort and Conference Center nestled in
1500 wooded acres in State College, PA
Registrations are also being accepted for
the September 18-20, 2015 Weekend at
Spruce Lake Retreat Center in Canadensis, PA, in the Poconos and the October
16-18, 2015 Weekend at the Heritage Hotel in Lancaster, PA.
Two nights lodging, 5 meals for each
of you, and all supplies are included
with your $45 registration plus a contribution of whatever amount you wish to make
at the end of the weekend toward the continuation of the program.
Sign up
online: www.GodLovesMarriage.org,
and pay the $45 registration fee using
your credit card, or mark the option to
mail in a check.
Registrations are limited, so act
today to ensure that you can attend
the Weekend of your choice.
For questions, or if you would like a
brochure mailed to you, contact
Pennsylvania Directors of Lutheran
Marriage Encounter,
Fred & Julie Schamber,
at 724-325-3166 or
email: fjschamber@comcast.net.
FOR GRACEY EVANS
The community of Salem Lutheran Church is invited to attend an
award presentation ceremony of the “Hobie’s Heroes Award” to
Gracey L. Evans, the daughter of Bill & Robin L. Evans and sister
of April L. Evans for her actions by responding to classmates in
need of medical attention during the (stabbing) situation that
happened at Franklin Regional High School in 2014.
The award recognizes courageous, selfless acts by young people
trying to focus on the positive aspects of these types of situations.
She will be the only female to receive the award.
Gracey volunteers with Salem Serves, Christmas at Salem Crossroads, sings in our church choir, just to name a few of her many
activities.
Please join us in this wonderful event.
You can find more information about Hobie’s Heroes Award
through Google and the Facebook posts.
Where:
Salem Lutheran Church (Newhouse Hall)
301 E. Pittsburgh St
Delmont, Pa 15626
Date & Time:
Thursday, February 19th 2015, 10:00 AM
For February
READ: Matthew 11:28
Then Jesus said: Come to me all of you who are weary and carry
heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.
Prayer:
Jesus, May we always come to your for strength to keep going and
for the rest and peace only You can give. Amen
Pastor Kara will be starting the First
Communion classes soon.
They will be held from 10 am—12 pm
on the following dates: Mar. 7, Mar 21, Apr. 18
First Communion Sunday will be April 19.
To register your child, return this form to the office or
drop in the offering plate.
Child’s Name_______________________________
Age__________ Grade_________
Parent’s Names:___________________________
____________________________
Phone Number:____________________________
The Confirmation Class
will be held on
Saturday, February 7th at
Salem Lutheran Church from
9:00 am—1:00 pm
The subject will be
“Faith & Culture:
Congratulations Church Council
Members & Officers
The members and officers for the 2015 Council
are as follows:
President Paul Bush
Secretary Clay McNerney
Vice President Jen Lichok
Treasurer Doug Rosensteel
The Rev. Kara J. Propst, Pastor
Notes on the Liturgy
Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015 - 4th Sunday after Epiphany
In Deuteronomy God promises to raise up a prophet like
Moses, who will speak for God; in Psalm 111 God shows
the people the power of God's works. For the church these
are ways of pointing to the unique authority people sensed
in Jesus' actions and words. We encounter that authority in
God's word, around which we gather, the word that trumps
any lesser spirit that would claim power over us, freeing us
to follow Jesus.
Sunday, Feb. 8, 2015 - 5th Sunday after Epiphany
In Isaiah it is the one God who sits above the earth and
numbers the stars—it is that God who strengthens the
powerless. So in Jesus' healing work we see the hand of
the creator God, lifting up the sick woman to health and
service (diakonia). Like Simon's mother-in-law, we are
lifted up to health and diakonia. Following Jesus, we
strengthen the powerless; like Jesus, we seek to renew our
own strength in quiet times of prayer.
Sunday, Feb.15, 2015 - Transfiguration of Our Lord
The Sundays after Epiphany began with Jesus' baptism
and end with three disciples' vision of his transfiguration. In
Mark's story of Jesus' baptism, apparently only Jesus sees
the Spirit descending and hears the words from heaven.
But now Jesus' three closest friends hear the same words
naming him God's beloved son. As believers, Paul writes,
we are enabled to see the God-light in Jesus' face,
because the same God who created light in the first place
has shone in our hearts to give us that vision. The light of
God's glory in Jesus has enlightened us through baptism
and shines in us also for others to see.
Sunday, Feb. 22, 2015 - 1st Sunday in Lent
The Church Council members include:
Brian Arrigo
Paul Bush
Donna Carney
Donna Dunlap
Ed Duff
John Lawrence
Jen Lichok
Clay McNerney
Sherry McQuaide
Mike Sullivan
Rebecca Wallace
Sharon Wonderling
They were officially installed
on Sunday, January 4 2015
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On Ash Wednesday the church began its journey toward
baptismal immersion in the death and resurrection of
Christ. This year, the Sundays in Lent lead us to focus on
five covenants God makes in the Hebrew Scriptures and to
use them as lenses through which to view baptism. First
Peter connects the way God saved Noah's family in the
flood with the way God saves us through the water of
baptism. The baptismal covenant is made with us
individually, but the new life we are given in baptism is for
the sake of the whole world.
FEBRUARY
Birthdays
1 Robert Miller
2 Paul Bush, Jr.
4 Nancy Hunter
7 Kristin Buckwalter
8 Melinda Bahney
9 Abigail Arrigo
9 Austin Arrigo
9 Alexis Arrigo
9 Elena Falo
10 Linsey Durstine
10 Helen Bortz
Anniversaries
11Shannon Deutsch
12 Casey Walker
12 Marc Rigby
13 Judy Charley
14 Lilith Isabel Dulemba
14 Mary Lee Schreibeis
15 Kris Showman
16 JJ Piatek
19 Lois Bowman
20 Deseree Keffer
21 Madison Bowman
22 Erik Gray
23 Donna Dunlap
23 Paul Bush, Sr
23 Adam Bush
24 James Helfer
25 Melanie Steuernagel
25 Kim Hunter
26 Marshall Lucas
26 Nolan Lichok
26 Jeff Wonderling
27 Brian Kaufman
27 Brianna Bowman
14 Jim & Marsha Lore
14 Regis & Nancy Farrell
PRAYER LIST
Carol Anderson
Loretta Hartman
Mark Piper
Leonard Anderson
Mary Lou Lingafelt
Joe Shaffer
Randy Barker
Velma Martz
Joanie Smeltzer
Robin Bramdish
Violet Mays
Kristy Waltz
Walter Bush
Jean Messich
Yvonne Rathgab
John & Judy Charley
Bill Milligan
Harold Painter
Vera DeFrances
Maryanne Nowak
Susan Hunter Shuster
John Grubich
Andy Ogrodnik
Warren Vorpagel
Betty Hags
Doris Piper
Those Serving in the
Military or Foreign Service:
Tim & Candice Cipullo, &
Children, Kevin & Nina
Also pray for:
Our leaders, our military personnel
and our nation that God will give wisdom, strength and peace to all
Our Pastor, our church leaders; our
congregation.
*These are the names we have received to date. Please contact the church office with names to be added to the Prayer List.
MEMBERS OF OUR CONGREGATION IN NEED OF PRAYERS, CARDS, VISITS & PHONE CALLS.
Charles Brownawell
763 Cottonwood Court
Monroeville, PA 15146
Kathy DelBaggio
31 Buena Vista Dr.
Delmont, PA 15626
Mary Lou Lingafelt
Golden Heights Personal Care
3522 Harrison City/Trafford Rd
Irwin, PA 15642
Betty Hags
Wm. Penn Care Ctr.
2020 Ader Rd.
Jeannette, PA 15644
Earl Rupert
2032 Plainfield Dr.
Vero Beach, FL 32968
Doris Piper
Weatherwood Manor
896 Weatherwood Lane
Greensburg, PA 15601
Vera DeFrances
Wm. Penn Care Ctr.
2020 Ader Rd.
Jeannette, PA 15644
Carol Anderson
Wm Penn Care Center
2020 Ader Rd.
Jeannette, PA 15644
WORSHIP PARTICIPATION SCHEDULE FOR
9:30 am SERVICE
FEBRUARY & MARCH
HEAD USHER-FEBRUARY
HEAD USHER-MARCH
Clay McNerney
N/A
March 1
February 1
Opener:
John Lawrence
Ass’t. Min.
Scott Logan
Acolyte:
Julia Bahney
Greeters:
Bill & Marion Earnest
Counters
Debbie Durstine, Julie Lawrence
Opener:
John Planic
Ass’t. Min.
Scott Deutsch
Acolyte:
Shannon Deutsch
Greeters:
Richard & Louise Fisher
Counters
Mike Sullivan, Sharon Wonderling
March 8
February 8
Opener:
Doug Rosensteel
Ass’t. Min.
Enola Erdley
Opener:
Mark Piper
Acolyte:
Morgan Rosensteel
Ass’t. Min.
Marsha Lore
Greeters:
John & Judy Golock
Acolyte:
Seth Kirkman
Counters
Janice Burt, Paul Bush
Greeters:
Jim & Donna Earnest
Counters
John Lawrence, Beverly Durstine
February 15
Opener:
Mike Sullivan
Ass’t. Min.
Rebecca Wallace
Acolyte:
Hannah Lawrence
Greeters:
Bill & Robin Evans
Counters
Jen Lichok, Kelly Otto
February 22
March 15
Opener:
Mark Piper
Ass’t. Min.
Robin Evans
Acolyte:
Madison Rugh
Greeters:
John & Evelyn Grubich
Counters
Susan DeJaiffe, Linda DelBaggio
March 22
Opener:
Mike Sullivan
Ass’t. Min.
Scott Logan
Acolyte:
Andrew Arrigo
Greeters:
Ted & Ginny Hayes
Counters
Ed Duff, Debbie Durstine
Opener:
Jeff Wonderling
Ass’t. Min.
Jeff Wonderling
Acolyte:
Angelina Reinhardt
Greeters:
Mary Jean Fisher
Opener:
John Lawrence
Counters
Mark Lawrence, Clay McNerney
Ass’t. Min.
Marsha Lore
Acolyte:
Julia Bahney
Greeters:
Bill & Carol Hartman
Counters
Eric Gray, Mark Lawrence
If you are not available on the date for which
you are scheduled, please find a replacement and
notify the church office.
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Sunday School
10:45 AM
Worship Service
9:30 AM
Sunday School
10:45 AM
Worship Service
9:30 AM
Sunday School
10:45 AM
Worship Service
:9:30 AM
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Sunday School
10:45 AM
9:30 AM
1 Worship Service
Sunday
Bell Choir- 7:15 pm
Meals On Wheels
Bell Choir- 7:15 pm
Meals On Wheels
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Bell Choir- 7:15 pm
Meals On Wheels
Evangelism Committee
7:30 pm
Bell Choir- 7:15 pm
16 Meals On Wheels
9
2
Monday
Bell Choir- 7:15 pm
Salem Serves 5-6 pm
24
Fat Tuesday
Pancake dinner/
Salem Serves
4:30-7:30 pm
17
7:30 pm
Committee Meeting
Social Ministry
Salem Serves 5-6 pm
10
3
Tuesday
Meals On Wheels
Meals On Wheels
Chancel Choir– after
service
Soup Supper– 6 pm
Lenten Service
7:00 pm
25
Chancel Choir–
After service
Ash Wednesday
Services
11 am & 7 pm
18 Meals On Wheels
Chancel Choir- 7:15 pm
11 Meals On Wheels
Chancel Choir- 7:15 pm
Afternoon Circle
12:00 pm
4
Wednesday
26
19
Stewardship
Committee
7:30 pm
Worship & Music
7:30 pm
Men’s Work Day
8:30 am
12
5
Thursday
FEBRUARY
27
20
13
6
Meals On Wheels
Meals On Wheels
Meals On Wheels
Meals On Wheels
Friday
28
21
14
7
Property Committee
Meeting 8:00 am
Saturday
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Salem Lutheran Church
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Delmont, PA
301 E. Pittsburgh St.
Delmont, PA 15626
Church Office 724-468-4189 Pastor’s Cell Phone: 304-668-9890
www.salemdelmont.org Email: salemL2@windstream.net
Pastor: Rev. Kara J. Propst
Organist: Ronna Jean Yeager
Parish Secretary: Janice Tokarsky
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SUNDAY SCHEDULE:
9:30 am Worship
10:45 Sunday School ( Sept - May)
Forwarding Service Requested
Honey Lime Tilapia
Recipe Corner:
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1/4 cup honey
3 tablespoons lime juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound tilapia fillets
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
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1 butternut squash - peeled,
seeded and sliced
1 bunch fresh asparagus spears,
trimmed and chopped
poultry seasoning
Directions:
1. In a large bowl, mix the honey, lime juice, and garlic. Season tilapia with salt and
pepper, place in the bowl, and marinate 1 hour in the refrigerator.
2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a medium baking
dish.
3. Arrange the squash and asparagus in the baking dish. Place tilapia on top of vegetables, and season with poultry seasoning. Discard remaining marinade
4. Bake 20 minutes in the preheated oven, until vegetables are tender and fish is easily flaked. Sprinkle with mozzarella, and continue baking 5 minutes, or until cheese
is lightly browned.
Recipe from
Allrecipes.com