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World-wide Communion Sunday October 1
We will join with Christians around the world in observing Holy Communion on Sunday October 1 as part of morning worship. This is also the time for United Methodists to receive their annual offering for ministries which reach across cultural boundaries. Envelopes will be provided for the offering.

World Fellowship Offering in October
October is the month for American Baptists to support the work of Christ around the world through the World Fellowship Offering. This supports our International Ministries in the work of evangelism, discipleship, church planting, and economic development. Please use the envelopes provided.

Church Conference - October 8, 2:00 P.M.
The first Church Conference for the new New Albany/Monroeton Charge will be held at New Albany United Methodist Church on Sunday October 8 beginning at 2:00 P.M. Our District Superintendent, Rev. James Dawes, will preside. We will be reviewing the year past and settling plans for the year ahead. Members of the Baptist congregation are invited to come and sit in on these deliberations.

U.M.W. Fall Rummage & Bake Sale
We begin to set up for the sale on Monday October 9, 6:00 P.M. at the Firemen's Social Hall. We continue our setting on Tuesday beginning at 9:00 A.M. Donations of clean, useable clothing and household items are welcomed on Tuesday. The sale itself runs 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. on Wednesday October 11, and 8:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. on Thursday October 12. Hot homemade lunches will be available both days; bag sales will take place on Thursday.
We need help, particularly on Tuesday to set up and Thursday afternoon to tear down; any assistance or donations are appreciated.

Spaghetti Dinner, October 14
The New Albany United Methodist Church will have a fund-raising Spaghetti Dinner on Saturday evening October 14. Serving will be from 4:00 to 7:00 P.M. at the United Methodist Church. The menu will include the following: antipasto salad, angel hair spaghetti, meatballs, bread, concluding with a refreshing cup of sherbert. Adults (age 11 and up), $5.50; children ages 3 through 10, $3.00; and 2 years and under, free. Tickets are available from members of the church.

From the Pastor's Study-
Elsewhere in this newsletter is an appeal for workers for highway litter pick-up and recycling. So why is the Parish involved in these projects, anyway?
Paul, when he wrote to his churches, encouraged them to make positive contributions to their communities (Gal. 6.10, Ro. 13.1-7). As a brand new group they were to be careful about their relations with their neighbors and friends. A good reputation would help them gain a respect for their message and way of life.
By keeping a section of highway clean and by providing the service of recycling we are making a contribution our New Albany community. We hope that by showing this sort of care we may also gain a hearing for our message.
Making disciples for Jesus Christ is still our prime directive; and that means a lot more than just being good citizens. But it does not mean being less than good citizens, either.
Pastor Ron Troup

Your Help Is Needed!
The Parish is looking for workers for two community service projects.
First, we need to pick up litter on our section of U.S. 220 south of town. Scheduled date is Saturday October 14 starting at 9:00 A.M. We will be finished by noon.
Second, the youth groups have dwindled and are unable to handle the recycling. We need people to work mornings the third Saturday of the month.
You can sign-up on the folder in morning worship, or call the office to volunteer.

Memorial Dedications, October 29
The New Albany United Methodist Church initiated the Garden of Remembrance with memorial trees, shrubs, and blower beds as a special project. Names of those so remembered or honored will be inscribed in the Book of Living Memory. A copy of the pages from this book will be enclosed in a time capsule which should not be opened for one hundred years. The project is to be finalized on the last Sunday of October, the 29th.
Some people have indicated their desire to have names included. If you have not yet done so, there is still time; please contact Mrs. Esther Keeney (PO Box 140, New Albany, PA 18833; 363-2523).

Birthdays
1 Keith Corson
4 Bill Bendt, Jr.
8 Ivan Waltman
10 Kenneth R. Bartholomew
11 Robert Manahan
12 Eleanor Kough
14 Eddie Swackhammer
16 Jonathan Henry
19 Daniel Shrimp
20 Suzanne Manahan
21 Rocky Finan
24 Karl Heath
27 Doug Newton
30 Zachary Hugo
30 Brendan Manhan
30 Debbie Swackhammer

Anniversaries
17 Donald & Clara Gowin
23 Gregory & Karen Gowin

A.B.W.M. Bazaar - Nov. 4
The American Baptist Women's Ministries will have their Bazaar on Saturday November 4 from 9:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. at the Baptist Church. Crafts, white elephant items, and baked goods will be available for purchase. We will be serving vegetable soup, chilli, ham or turkey and cheese on a roll, pie, coffee and tea.
Come and join us; money raised will go to missionary work.
Wellsboro District Conference - Nov. 5
There will be a District Conference on Sunday November 5, 2:30 to 8:00 P.M. in Wellsboro. We will confer about how God's Spirit is at work among us; join in focus groups on renewal issues; enjoy a dinner together; and conclude with John Wesley's Covenant Service.
Cost for the day is $5.00 per adult (child care provided); we will need your registration by October 25.

Bike-a-thon Report
I want to thank everyone in the church for their support in the St. Jude's Bike-a-thon. We had 16 riders and collected over $800. Everyone rode several hours- stopping once in a while for a drink or cookie. The parents had a great time also- cheering their children on.
Again, thank you for all your support!
Elizabeth Miller

Bradford Baptist Fall Meeting, October 29
The Fall Meeting of the Association will be on Sunday October 29 hosted by First Baptist Church, Troy; watch for details.Services in Gillett, October 8-10
Gillett Baptist Church is holding a series of revival meetings with Randy Snavely of Family Life Network. The services are at 7:30 P.M. October 8-10 (covered dish supper on Sunday at 6:30). Featured musicians on Tuesday will be Higher Ground. An offering will be received each evening.

Music Jubilee at State College
The Central PA Conference is pulling together a massed choir for a ‘Music Jubilee' at the Bryce Jordan Center on the campus of Penn State. The concert will take place on Sunday October 15 starting at 6:00 P.M.

Christmas Cantata
Our Senior Choir has just begun working on the Christmas cantata for this year. We are doing Rejoice! by Otis Skillings. It is not too late to join in; we practice Wednesday evenings, 7:00 P.M.