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HOLD IN PRAYER

Be in prayer for all Christians across our

John Shelly is having debilitating back pain and Nation. Many are facing persecution,
had to have back surgery. Pray for his healing pain, and oppression. Uplift in prayer
and for Sandy. Cards may be mailed to John and those who have lost loved ones and those
Sandy at: 7535 Talhelm Road, Chambersburg, PA who are suffering.
17202.
Mary Jane King continues to recover at home
from an illness over the last several months.
Cards may be mailed to Mary Jane at: 1070 Creek
Road, Carlisle, PA 17015.

Church of the Brethren

Denominational News

Sarah Radcliff begins as manager of operations for Brethren Press Registration will open soon for a FaithX trip to Northern
Ireland for adult participants. More information can be
Bethany Kasten begins as assistant for Discipleship and Leadership Formation
found at www.brethren.org/faithx .

Michael Scalzi will retire as the Program Assistant for Children's Disaster Services effective on December 31, 2025. Michael be-
gan his service on November 9, 2022.

Richard Wehle will transition from serving as Program Manager for the Part-time Pastor; Full-time Church program to a new role
as the Program Manager for the Rural and Small Towns Initiative grant-funded program, a partnership between the Church of the
Brethren’s Discipleship and Leadership Formation office and Ashland University. Ryan Braught has been contracted as an inde-
pendent contractor to manage the Part-time Pastor; Full-time Church program for 10 hours/week beginning November 17, 2025.

Giving Tuesday, December 2, 2025
As we approach Giving Tuesday (December 2), we invite you to gather with us in love and purpose to support the work of the
Church of the Brethren that builds faith and changes lives. Every gift helps us continue the work of Jesus as we join him in the
neighborhood.
Support the ministries of the Church of the Brethren (now or on Giving Tuesday) at www.brethren.org/givingtuesday .

Brethren Volunteer Services is now accepting applications for 2026 Volunteers.
Visit: https://www.brethren.org/bvs/volunteer/apply/ to apply.

The Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center is excited to announce our Daily Advent Devotions for Church Lead-
ers, where you'll receive a short devotional via email every day from November 30th to December 25th.
These devotions are meant to inspire and support your ministry during this special time of year. As you at-
tend to the spiritual needs of others this Advent, take a moment to care for your spiritual needs as well!
Please visit SVMC’s website to sign up for the Daily Devotional:

www.etown.edu/programs/svmc/index.aspx