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Mark your calendar now for our annual Christmas Bazaar! It is scheduled for Friday evening, Nov. 7 (6:00-8:00pm) and Saturday Nov. 8 (8:00am-2:00pm). There you will find a variety of handmade crafts, as well as lots of gift and thrift items for sale. In the baked goods department, you’ll find tasty candies, cookies, and other baked goods, and our kitchen staff will be making made-to-order food items for you to enjoy before, during, or after you shop! Oh yes! And don’t forget to bring your camera along (and maybe even your pet!) to take pictures with Santa!

Beginning today, Operation Christmas Child GO (Global Opportunity). Boxes are ready for distribution to be filled with love and joy for children around the world. These boxes will give recipients the opportunity to learn about Jesus and His love for them.

Last year, some of our 130 boxes went to Tanzania. In the past, others have gone to the Dominican Republic. This year we have 150 plus boxes. The goal is to make them fun, filled and personal with a “WOW” gift, school supplies and toys. You can even add a personal note from you. There is a new regulation from Samaritan’s Purse this year, no soap is allowed in the boxes. Some countries are not taking boxes with soap because it can mold while in transport.

There are some free stuffies available on the table in the Narthex. and information on the table in the parlor. GO boxes are due back at church by November 9th . Thank you for reaching out to children everywhere in the holy and precious name of Jesus.

If you have any questions, contact Mo Theriault.

Mark your calendar for Sunday, October 19th. We will be hosting a fun evening for all ages.

Kids, we will be having Trunk or Treat out in the parking lot starting at 6:00 p.m. Wear your favorite costume for this event. Adults, we need volunteers to hand out candy at this event. If you would like to do this, please sign up on sign up sheet in parlor. The more adults we have handing out candy the more fun it is for the kids.

Games, Crafts, Refreshments: In the Legacy Hall we will have all sorts of fun games and crafts for kids of all ages to enjoy. We will also have refreshments and hot chocolate available.

Spooky Area: Downstairs we will have a spooky area and a not quite so spooky area for everyone to enjoy. The Youth Group always does an amazing job in getting this altogether.

Kids, please sign up if you plan on attending. Adults, there is a separate sign up sheet for you to sign up if you plan on handing out candy for our Trunk or treat event.

Come out on Sunday, October 19th to help us celebrate Pastor Appreciation and another anniversary of having Pastor Mark and Mrs. Annette leading our flock.

The coffee hour, hosted by the Deacons, will be from 9:30 – 10:45 am. We will have the program beginning at 9:45 am. You can show your appreciation to them by dropping a card in the card box that will be in the Legacy Hall on the 19th; otherwise that box sits in the Parlor, drop a card off anytime to let them know you appreciate all they do for St. Andrew.

Saturday, October 11, 5:30-7:00 pm.

Dinner options include:

 Lobster only—whole $40.00 or picked $45

 Lobster dinner—whole $45 or picked $50

 Lobster roll dinner $35

 Beef brisket dinner $30

Full dinners include: twice-baked potato, broccoli salad, roll and home made dessert. Iced tea and water are included.

Orders need to be received no later than Wednesday, October 8. Call church office or Mary Beth.

Harvest Hoedown is Saturday, October 4th, from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. This is the big fundraiser to support the Williamsport Food Pantry. St Andrew runs the Scarecrow making booth. We need many volunteers to make this a success.

The Praise Band, His Message, will be performing at the Harvest Hoedown from 3-4 pm, so stop by and hear our wonderful musicians perform!

Please join us for delicious food and fellowship from 9:30 – 10:45 a.m. in the Legacy Hall!

During these hot days of summer, it’s refreshing to look forward to the Church Women United’s Human Rights celebration on Friday, September 12, at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church.

The program, with the theme “Help Others at All Times,” begins at 6:45. Kathy Powderly of HARC (Hagerstown Area Religious Council) will be the keynote speaker. The dinner begins at 6 pm at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church. Reservations are due by September 5, to Tammy Coyle.

Join St. Andrew Deacons and help save lives at a community blood drive. Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. That’s why we are on a mission to help save lives by hosting a blood drive on Tuesday, September 9th from 12:30 pm to 6 pm in the Legacy Hall. Please help spread the word to your family, friends and co-workers.

The community is invited to take part in this special event and donate blood for hospital patients in our neighborhoods and across the nation. The need for blood is constant, but only 3 percent of the U.S. population donates. By rolling up a sleeve, donors can play a critical role in the treatment of accident and burn victims, heart surgery and organ transplant patients, and those receiving treatment for leukemia, cancer or sickle cell disease.

If you would like some flyers to advertise the event, please let Jen know. Drive Details:

Site: St Andrew Presbyterian Church

Address: 10813 Donelson Dr, Williamsport, MD, 21795

Room Name: Legacy Hall

Date: Tuesday, September 9, 2025

Time: 12:30 PM – 6:00: PM

Contact: Jen Metz

Mark your calendars for September 7th. We will be celebrating the great year that we had at Sunday School this past year as well as kick off a brand new year of Sunday School. Everyone is invited to the breakfast in the Legacy Hall at 9:30 a.m. We will be treated to a delicious breakfast hosted by the Fellowship Committee. After breakfast we will hear all about the exciting plans for the new year of Sunday School. We will be recognizing and promoting students at this time. We also will have a time to recognize new students who would like to join our Sunday School for the 2025-2026 year. After the program the teachers will be in their classroom for an Open House for all students and parents.

We will be having our Back to School Picnic and Prayer next Sunday, August 17th, starting at 4:00 pm in the Legacy Hall. We will gather all students and teachers and surround them with prayer for a great and successful new school year. After a time of prayer, we will be enjoying a wonderful picnic-style meal hosted by the Fellowship Committee. After dinner, we will be having outside games. Kids, bring a towel, as we may be having a water slide if the weather is nice.

There will also be Bingo inside with lots of prizes for everyone of all ages. At the end of the evening, we will be having a water balloon toss for everyone brave enough to be doused by a water balloon. We hope you can attend. This is a great event for everyone of all ages. Please sign up if you plan on attending. Thank you!

Please join us for delicious food and fellowship from 9:30 – 10:45 a.m.