Beginning on Sunday, September 23, 2012, the 11:15 a.m. Mass at St. Basil’s Church, Dushore, will change back to 11:45 a.m. The time will change back to 11:15 a.m. when Religious Education Classes are over for the year.
“Nurture” Women’s Bible Study – a book study by Lisa Bevere will be starting on Tuesday, October 2 and continuing for six weeks at New Life Church in Canton. Nurture means 1.) To give tender care and protection, 2.) To encourage to grow, develop, thrive and be successful. If you have never experienced nurture, this is your season. Lisa Bevere’s message shows you how to make these vital heart connections. We need each other’s comfort and assurance as we define ourselves, fi nd our voice, and begin to fulfill God’s purpose on earth. Ladies are welcome to join us for a great time of teaching and fellowship on Tuesday mornings from 9:30- 11:00 a.m. or Tuesday evenings from 7-8:30 p.m. Books and workbooks are available for $10.00 each. For more information contact the church office at (570) 673-5810 or www.newlifechurchcanton.org.
New Life Church will be having Prayer and Praise on Sunday evenings from 7 p.m.-8 p.m. on Sept. 23rd, Oct. 7th and 21st, Nov. 4th and 18th, and Dec. 2nd and 16th. There will be a time of praise and worship and then prayer. We will be praying for healing, restoration, financial freedom, and any other needs that you may have. Matthew 18 & 19 says, “Again, I say to you, that if two of you agree on earth about anything that they may ask, it shall be done for them by My Father who is in heaven.” Come expecting God to touch you in a miraculous way. For more information contact the church office at (570) 673-5810 or visit www.newlifechurchcanton.org. New Life Church is located at 299 McMurray Rd., Canton.
The final Mass for the year at the Saint John Neumann Shrine at Sugar Ridge will be celebrated Sunday, September 23rd at 2:30 p.m. ABOUT THE SHRINE Saint John Neumann Shrine, (Saints Phillip and James Church), located in Sugar Ridge, PA, is a mission of St. Basil’s. A visit to this remote country church is a memorable experience of faith in God, religious history, and local heritage. Everyone is welcome to gather to celebrate the Eucharist “in a place where saintly feet have walked among us”. The original log church of Saints Phillip and James was blessed by St. John Neumann on July 27, 1854. St. John Neumann celebrated the Sacrament of Confirmation in 1854, 1856, and 1858. The church building now standing was built in 1883. On September 4, 1977 Bishop John C. McCormick designated Saints Phillip and James Church as the official Shrine of the Diocese of Scranton to St. John Neumann. Mass is celebrated three times during the year at the Shrine. The Shrine is very much a part of many people’s summer. The great simplicity of the Shrine makes it a place of beautiful pilgrimage and devotion. For directions to the Shrine or additional information please call St. Basil’s Church rectory at (570) 928-8865.
Jim and Donna Kistler will provide the special music at the Standing Stone Community Vespers Church on Sunday, September 23 at 6 p.m. Please note change of time. Donna has a BA and MA in education. She has enjoyed theater and music since childhood. Special performances include: The Messiah, the Tunkhannock Library Christmas Programs and Center Stage in Dushore. Presently she is pianist at St. Paul’s Methodist Church, directs the Endless Harmony Regional Chorale; sings in regional chorales and performs with Center Stage. Jim has a BA and MA in education. He has had many theater and choral experiences since his childhood and received five years of vocal instruction. He participated in the Messiah, The Tunkhannock Library Christmas Program and with Center Stage in Dushore. Presently Jim enjoys participating in regional chorales, singing at weddings, special events, and performing with Center Stage as well as working with Sullivan Seeds of Hope and directing Neighbors Helping Neighbors in Sullivan County. Faith Jaynes is organist, Carol O’Brien is pianist, and Rev. Robert Martin will be the speaker for the service. Come and enjoy a wonderful time together worshipping Christ through music. For more information or directions to the church call Violet Koser at (570) 265-5795.