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Roy Dail - Senior Pastor

Rodney Ayers - Worship Ministries

Christy Bryner - Adult Ministries

Jen Conley - Children’s Ministries

Rigel Holmes - Youth Ministries

Joanne Kreinbrook - Administration

Roy Dail

Senior Pastor

Inside this issue:

We exist to grow in passion for God and compassion for people.

Volume 12, Issue 9

September 2016

From the Pastor 1

World Outreach Conference 1-2

Church & Ministry News 3-5

Beginning of GAC 6-7

September/October Calendars 8-9

Sunday School 10

Alliance Youth 11

Children’s Ministries 12-13

Congratulations/Anniversaries/

Birthdays 14

Mongolia Partnership 15

This year our church is 110 years old!

Much has changed in 110 years. In 1906 the average yearly income was $879.

Gasoline cost six cents a gallon, and a loaf of bread cost five cents.

Much has changed at our church. There is no complete record of the number of

people who have come to know Christ as Savior, or have been called to ministry, or

have served faithfully, but from a humble beginning of tent meetings in 19061,

our church has ministered to thousands of people.

It is amazing to stand on the shoulders of those who have served here through the

last 110 years! We are grateful for all that has been accomplished for the Kingdom.

And, to all of you who still worship and serve at GAC, I want to express my sincere

thanks for all you do. And, God willing, we will look to the next milestone coming up

in 15 years – 125 years – if Jesus does not return first.

_______________________________________ 1See pages 6-7 to read about the history and beginning of GAC.

Pastor Roy Dail

From the Pastor’s Desk: Happy 110th!

World Outreach Conference - Note Change in Sunday Morning Worship Schedule for September 11

Our annual World Outreach Conference is coming up fast - September 11-15.

For Sunday morning worship on September 11 our regular service schedule will be

modified. There will be two special sessions with our guest speakers. Session 1 will

begin at 9:15am with Jared O. (Arab Lands). Then breakfast will be served at

10:15am for adults and youth in the Fellowship Hall. Children will remain in their

classes with snacks provided. Session 2 will begin at 11:00am with Karen Conkle

(Burkina Faso). There will be no adult or youth Sunday School classes on this day.

September 11 through 14 there will be delicious meals, children’s Kids Konvention

activities, and adult and youth programming. Other events throughout the week

include the Ladies’ Brunch on Tuesday, September 13 at 9:30am sponsored by

Moms 24/7, as well as a Young at Heart Meeting on Thursday, September 15 at

11:30am.

On Thursday, September 15, the youth will have Karen Conkle speaking at their

regular Thursday Night at the Well meeting. There will be no meal or programming for

adults or children that evening. See page 2 for a complete schedule of events and

keep on the lookout for brochures coming soon. Hope to see you there!

Lifeway Pregnancy Center Benefit & Luncheon - See Page 5

110th

Anniversary

Special Edition

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For news and updates on our C&MA

International Workers,

check out the C&MA National website -

www.cmalliance.org

World Outreach Conference - September 11-15

Our annual World Outreach Conference is coming up fast! Guest speakers will be from the Arab Lands and

Burkina Faso. Plan to join us for delicious meals, children’s Kids Konvention activities, and adult and youth

programming. There is something for everyone at our World Outreach Conference!

Infants: Our nursery is open for each regular service. Our staff will care for your children ages newborn to 2 years.

Children: Kids Konvention is available for children age 3 to grade 6. There will be exciting special events plus the

opportunity to meet our conference speakers.

Youth: All Jr. High and Sr. High students are encouraged to attend each night. There are special youth activities as

described in the schedule of events.

Adults: A variety of services and events are planned.

*A donation box will be provided to offset the cost of the meal.

Sunday, September 11

9:15am - Session 1: Jared O. (Arab Lands)

10:15am - Breakfast (Adults & Youth)

(Children will remain in children’s wing with snacks provided)

11:00am - Session 2: Karen Conkle (Burkina Faso)

5:30pm - Cookout* hosted by Men’s Ministry

6:30pm - Kids Konvention: Karen Conkle

6:45pm - Adults & Youth: Jared O.

Monday, September 12

5:30pm - Fried Chicken, Green Beans, Potatoes*

hosted by Missions Committee

6:30pm - Kids Konvention: Jared O.

6:45pm - Adults and Youth: Karen Conkle

8:15pm - Youth Bonfire: Jared O.

Tuesday, September 13

9:30am - Ladies’ Brunch, in the Nook,

hosted by Moms 24/7: Karen Conkle

5:30pm - Meatball Sandwiches* hosted by Moms 24/7

6:15pm - Immersion Experience 1, Arab Lands

6:30pm - Kids Konvention: Karen Conkle

7:00pm - Adults & Youth: Jared O.

Wednesday, September 14

5:30pm - Pizza & Wings* hosted by Youth

6:15pm - Immersion Experience 2, Burkina Faso

6:30pm - Kids Konvention: Jared O.

7:00pm - Adults & Youth: Karen Conkle

Thursday, September 15

11:30am - Young at Heart: Jared O. (lunch provided)

7:00pm - Alliance Youth (AY) Meeting: Karen Conkle

No meal and No adult or children’s programming

on Thursday evening

Schedule of Events

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Children’s Ministry Security Updates

We’ve been working hard to complete the planned security improvements. Last month we moved some

classrooms, and now all of our children are in the Children’s Ministry Wing. This month will be filled with more

exciting upgrades! We will be installing door alarms and touch screen computers with label printers. Our

security procedures will be very similar to what we do during Awana. Here are some of the changes to expect:

Sunday Morning Entrances – Starting Sunday, September 11, there will be three entrances available on Sunday mornings: the

Fellowship Hall, and both Lobby entrances; all exterior doors in the Children’s Wing will be alarmed and for

emergency exit only on Sunday mornings. Please park accordingly.

Bathrooms – the bathrooms in the Children’s Ministry Wing will be used for adults serving in the wing that day

and the children in the wing only. Please continue to use the bathrooms near the Sanctuary.

On the Move Pastor Rigel’s office has been relocated to the office area.

The Resource Room will be relocated to Room 270 off the Fellowship Hall (Pastor Rigel’s former office).

The current Resource Room will become classroom space for children and youth.

New Sunday Check-in There will be two self-serve computer kiosks to check your children in and a manned computer for visitors or

anyone needing assistance. All children must be checked in, and only adults who are serving in the wing that

day or parents accompanying their children will be permitted in the Children’s Ministry Wing. Children and

parents will receive a label. Parents must have their label to pick up their children.

Our goal is to have all the changes in place before the end of September.

We’ll work hard to keep you informed, and we hope you’ll be patient as we flex to grow and change so that we

can best meet the security needs of the youngest members of our congregation. Stay up to date with all our

exciting security news by looking for further updates in your bulletin, announcements, emails, and text alerts.

Worship Night: Worship In The Round

On Tuesday, October 25, we will meet for Worship In The Round. Lead by Pastor Rodney and our worship

ministry volunteers, this will be an evening to sing praises to God.

For the first time, we will be having a children’s worship event at the same time hosted by our youth, in the

Children’s Wing. This is for children up to 6th grade. There will be childcare for infants to age 3. More details to

come in the October Newsletter.

Christmas Candlelight Celebration! 2016

Carols, children, wassail, choirs, friends, candles, family, popcorn, activities, and maybe even a marshmallow

or two!!!

- Mark your calendar for December 4! -

We will be bringing back a portion of the cantata “Believe In Christmas” from last year for our Christmas

Candlelight Celebration this year. This will be a candlelight celebration like none we have ever had. If you

participated last year, you’ll know the music already. If you didn’t sing with us, books and CDs will be available

in October. Watch for additional details about the event in the October Newsletter. Choir rehearsals will be

November 2, 16, 30, and December 1 at 7:00pm.

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Young At Heart - September 15, 11:30am - Note Change in Date!

Please remember that our September meeting will be held on Thursday, September 15 instead of the first

Thursday of the month due to World Outreach Conference. We will meet in the Fellowship Hall at 11:30am

and lunch (sub sandwiches) will be provided by the Missions Committee. Desserts and beverages will be provided

by our committee: Donna Allen, Susann Camara, Sue Neuhart, and Jea Scott. Our guest speaker will be one of the

World Outreach Conference International Workers, Jared O. from the Arab Lands. If you are 55 years of age or

older, come fellowship with us! Beverages will be ready by 11:00am for our early arrivals.

Moms 24/7 Brunch - Tuesday, September 13

As summer is approaching its end, and we gather backpacks and school lunches, we are excitingly gearing up

for our new season of Moms 24/7. Please plan to join us for two wonderful hours of encouraging one another,

equipping each other, and growing in faith. We will kick off the year with a special brunch on Tuesday,

September 13 at 9:30am in the Nook. Our guest speaker will be one of our World Outreach Conference

international workers, Karen Conkle.

Our second meeting of the month will be held on Tuesday, September 27. Continue to watch Facebook, email,

texts, and handouts for upcoming events. Please be encouraged to join us, even if you have never come before,

come to every meeting, or are somewhere in between. God has gifted all of us as mothers, and we all have been

created with a gift to share with someone else.

Moms 24/7 is a ministry for moms of ALL ages with children of ALL ages. Whether you are a first time mom or

you have grandchildren, Moms 24/7 is for you. Whatever your schedule or stage of life, we hope you make Moms

24/7 part of your life. It is not only an opportunity for you to get refreshed and encouraged, but also a chance for

you to refresh and encourage other moms. For questions or more information, please contact Joanne Kreinbrook

at 724-433-4585 or email at kbrook93@msn.com.

Men’s Weekly Bible Study Fellowship

The Men’s Tuesday Morning Bible Study meets at the church at 6:30am in Conference Room 550 with the study

being completed at 7:30am. Weekly attendance is not a requirement, and all men and their sons are welcome to

drop in as their schedule permits. Resolve to get into the Word of God and let the Word of God get into you!

Men’s Sunday Prayer Ministry

Every Sunday morning prior to the worship services, men come together to pray for the services and our

congregation. All men are welcome to join us in the Prayer Room located near the Sanctuary.

Men’s Outdoor Break - Saturday, September 10, 3:00pm until?

It’s that time again - our Annual Outdoor Break at Tom Keller’s home (701 Arona Road, New Stanton). If you

haven’t attended before, this is what you can expect - good food, lawn games, campfire, a brief message, lots of fun,

and throwing of sharp objects (knives, tomahawks, stars)!

Men of all ages are welcome. Bring your sons, your dads, your uncles, and your friends. Food and drinks will be

provided. Please bring a covered dish to share and camping chairs. Pray for a dry day and safety! RSVP to Tom by

September 7, 724-610-0829 or email at goodnews357@comcast.net.

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Women’s Connection: Bridal Shower for Jen Conley, Children’s Director

Join us on Saturday, September 24, 10:00am in the Fellowship Hall for a shower to celebrate Jen’s upcoming

wedding. All ladies of all ages are invited - please bring a brunch dish to share. We are going to miss Jen as our

Children’s Director, and we want to use this opportunity to give her a memorable send-off! Feel free to bring a card

or gift, or just come to enjoy the comradery and mini donuts from “Peace, Love & Little Donuts”.

Women’s Discipleship Group - Wednesdays, starting September 28

Looking for a place for deeper relationships with other women and a place for intentional spiritual formation?

A women’s discipleship group will begin meeting on Wednesday, September 28 in Room 225 during Awana from

7:00-8:00pm. RSVP on your bulletin information card or contact Christy Bryner at the Church Office for more

information. (724-837-1122, gacadultministries@gmail.com)

Christian Action Committee (CAC)

The Christian Action Committee would like to thank everyone who contributed food items and paper products for

the Salvation Army.

The monthly visit to Weatherwood Assisted Living is scheduled for Saturday, September 17, from 2:00-3:00pm.

A message will be presented, a craft will be offered, and light refreshments will be provided.

The next regular meeting of the CAC will be held on Sunday, September 18, at 12:15pm in Room 230.

Church News & Updates - greensburgalliance.org

Our church website features all the information you need to know about our church with easy to use menus.

One of the great features is the ability to listen to sermons from previous Sundays. There are also printable PDF

versions of our newsletter, monthly calendars, and registration forms.

Lifeway Pregnancy Center Benefit & Luncheon - Sunday, September 25

Everyone is invited to the annual Celebration of Life Benefit for the Lifeway Pregnancy Center of Latrobe on

Sunday, September 25. Lunch will be served in the Fellowship Hall beginning at 12:15pm.

The main entrée, hot side dishes, rolls and beverages will be provided by the Christian Action Committee.

If you are able, please bring a side dish, salad, or dessert.

A shower of gifts for clients and babies of the center will be held during the luncheon. If you wish to bring a gift,

it should be new and does not have to be wrapped. Gift ideas that are needed are: diapers sizes 5 and 6;

newborn clothes; receiving blankets; crib sheets; baby bath towels; baby wash or shampoo; Similac formula in

blue can; 4 or 8 ounce baby bottles; sippy cubs; and feeding spoons. There is also a need for a Pack ‘N Play with

bassinet if several people would want to go together and purchase this item.

The Baby Bottle Campaign is still in progress. You may pick up a bottle at the Welcome Center and fill it with

coins, currency, or a check made payable directly to Lifeway Pregnancy Center. If you would like a receipt for your

donation, please include your name and address inside the bottle. Return bottles to the Welcome Center at any

Time, or to the luncheon on September 25. Monetary contributions may also be given at the luncheon.

We look forward to seeing you on September 25 for a great time of fellowship and support of this worthwhile cause.

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Mother’s Quartet

Mrs. Mack, Mrs. McElroy, Mrs. Peters, Mrs. Linhart

GAC 110th Anniversary

Some of you will remember the 100th Anniversary Celebration

we had in 2006. That was a great day! Can you believe it’s been

10 years since then? This fall marks 110 years since our church’s

humble beginnings. What follows here are a few photos from the

church archives and the story of how our church began. There are

many details about that season in 1906; some that are inspiring

and some that sound amusing to our ears today. All of it is typed

exactly as it was written with no corrections made for spelling or

grammar. Please read this memoir, and sense God’s goodness

reaching out to you through their story 110 years ago.

Pastor Rodney Ayers

Rev. William Underwood

GAC Pastor 1969-1978

Veronica Tomey (Bullock)

Mahaffey Camp 1940

One of our Pastors

Signature of GAC Pastor 1926 to 1931

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Greensburg Alliance Church 1906-2016 The following is the story of how our church began as it grammatically appears in our archives:

The Greensburg Branch of the C&MA 1906

About the 1st of September, 1905, The Jeanette Gospel Mission was opened. The little band of workers stood

together in love and prayer, and the Lord seemed to lay it upon their hearts, that they must do something for

Greensburg.

They prayed for an opening, and time after time was set for Street meetings, but invariably as the time

appointed arrived the weather proved so unfavorable that it was given up.

It was not God’s time. He wanted more prayer and waiting upon Him, and was teaching lessons of faith, and

dependence upon Him, and early in the following summer, He laid it upon the leaders heart to write to the State

Superintendant, asking that the State tent be placed in Greensburg. Previous to this step much prayer was

offered Unitedly and privately and the band had unanimously & Joyfully agreed to devote $25 then in the

missionary treasury to the opening of the tent, then some addition distributions were made.

And at the close of the State convention at Lancaster about the last of July, Mr Senft our State Supt. Appointed

David McDowell to take charge of the tent and it was shipped to Greensburg, therr came the test.

The town was searched for days but only one suitable location could be found. It was the vancant lot next to

the old Convenanter Church on the corner of Main St. & 4th St. no one could be found with authority to grant the

uses of the ground, at last in perplexity Brother McDowell went in for prayer and council from bro Whiteside. his

advise was to go ahead and put up the tent without human authority, and trust God for results, which all

concerned had great liberty in doing.

Then a new difficulty arose; the lot was pronounced too narrow for the safe erection of so large a tent-but God

willed that it should be there - made the next door neighbor willing that some of the ropes should pass through

the fence to his grounds, and gave wisdom to run the others through the broken windows of the old Church, and

in his own time – about the first of August- the tent was opened lighted by electricity, and a good organ was

rented by the week. The Jeanette mission band paid all the expenses including board of the workers for 2 weeks.

Rev George Davis, of Scranton was the first Evangelist, he ministered about two weeks, and after his departure,

Bro E. J. Richards, State Evangelist, spent some time with us and also Bro James E. Moore, Bro. S. Renicks, &

others.

A delightful & profitable all day meeting was held, Mrs Kitty Woodberry, one of the noblest of the Alliance

Missionaries to China, was present and thrilled the hearts with her addresses.

Dear Bro. Whiteside – the holy man of God from Pittsburg, Moore and others were present, with Bro. Keller

Cramer to lead the singing, and gave gospel messages in song.

As the fall advanced and it seemed time to close the meetings, and for Bro. McDowell, who had been alone in

the work for two weeks or more, to leave for the Nyack Institute. search was made for a suitable hall, but none

was found, Bro. McDowell finally left the tent in the charge of Evangelist Renicks for a week. at the close of that

period God sent Bro. W. W. Morrison to take charge, and after the weather became to cold for outdoor meetings

to continue, the present hall was secured, and Bro. Morrison remained to assure the care of the little flock, and

proved a faithful, patient, wise leader and shepherd until God sent him forth to the Evangelistic field to which he

has called him, and placed Miss Annie E. Giles in charge of the work.

Of the large numbers who, “when they heard the word, immediately received it with gladness,” and were

baptized by Bro. Renicks (in the scriptural way) A number – “when affliction and persecution arose”

“immediately were offended”, having “no root in themselves” – but God has been faithful, consecrated

lives of the leaders, has continued to work and save and sanctify souls for His own glory.

Mrs K. S. Devor

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Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 6:15pm

Missions

Committee

Meeting

7pm

Thursday Night @

The Well-

Alliance Youth (AY)

2

3

4 9:15 & 10:45am Worship,

Communion

& Sunday School

5 Labor Day

Church Office

Closed

6 6:30am

Men’s Bible Study

10am

Ladies Prayer

Group

7 6:30pm

Governing Board

Meeting

7pm

Adult Prayer

Meeting

7:30pm

Elders Meeting

8 7pm

Thursday Night @

The Well-

Alliance Youth (AY)

9

10 3pm

Men’s Outdoor

Break @ Keller’s

11 9:15 WOC Session 1

10:15am Breakfast

11:00am WOC Session 2

No Adult or Teen

Sunday School

Children: Regular

Schedule

12

13 6:30am

Men’s Bible Study

9:30am

Moms 24/7

Brunch

10am

Ladies Prayer

Group

14

15 11:30am

Young At Heart

World Outreach

Lunch & Meeting

7pm

Thursday Night @

The Well-

Alliance Youth (AY)

16

17 2pm

Christian Action

Committee Visit to

Weatherwood

18 9:15 & 10:45am

Worship & Sunday School

12:15pm

Deacons Meeting

12:15pm

Children’s Captains

Meeting

19 Newsletter Article

Deadline

20 6:30am

Men’s Bible Study

10am

Ladies Prayer

Group

21 6:30pm

Awana Begins

7pm

Adult Prayer

Meeting

22 7pm

Thursday Night @

The Well-

Alliance Youth (AY)

23

24 10am Women’s

Connection Brunch

& Bridal Shower

for Jen Conley

25 9:15 & 10:45am

Worship & Sunday School

12:15pm

Lifeway Pregnancy Center

Lunch & Benefit

sponsored by Christian

Action Committee

26

27 6:30am

Men’s Bible Study

9:30am

Moms 24/7 Mtg

10am

Ladies Prayer

Group

28 6:30pm

Awana

7pm

Adult Prayer

Meeting

7pm Ladies

Discipleship

Group Begins

29 7pm

Thursday Night @

The Well-

Alliance Youth (AY)

7pm

Trustees Meeting

30

WPA District Prayer Meeting & Conference

World Outreach Conference & Kids Konvention Activities begin at 5:30pm - See Page 2

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Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1

2 9:15 & 10:45am Worship,

Communion

& Sunday School

6pm

Welcome Team Training

3 3:30pm

Good News Club @

Hutchinson

Elementary School

Begins

6:30pm

Elders Meeting

4 6:30am

Men’s Bible Study

10am

Ladies Prayer

Group

5 6:30pm

Awana

7pm

Adult Prayer

Meeting

7pm Ladies

Discipleship

Group

6 11:30am Young At

Heart Meeting

5:30pm

Moms Night Out

6:15pm

Missions

Committee

Meeting

7pm

Thursday Night @

The Well-

Alliance Youth (AY)

7 Hempfield

Homecoming

Parade Outreach

8

9 9:15 & 10:45am

Worship & Sunday School

10 3:30pm

Good News Club @

Hutchinson

Elementary School

6:30pm

Governing Board

Meeting

7:30pm

Elders Meeting

11 6:30am

Men’s Bible Study

9:30am

Moms 24/7

10am

Ladies Prayer

Group

12 6:30pm

Awana

7pm

Adult Prayer

Meeting

7pm Ladies

Discipleship

Group

13 6pm Alliance

Youth (AY) Corn

Maze Outing

(Rain date 10/20)

14

15 2pm

Christian Action

Committee Visit to

Weatherwood

16 9:15 & 10:45am Worship

& Sunday School

12:15pm

Deacons Meeting

12:15pm

Children’s Captains

Meeting

17 3:30pm

Good News Club @

Hutchinson

Elementary School

Newsletter Article

Deadline

18 6:30am

Men’s Bible Study

10am

Ladies Prayer

Group

19 6:30pm

Awana

7pm

Adult Prayer

Meeting

7pm Ladies

Discipleship

Group

20 7pm

Thursday Night @

The Well-

Alliance Youth (AY)

21

22

23 9:15 & 10:45am

Worship & Sunday School

12:15pm

Teacher Training

24 3:30pm

Good News Club @

Hutchinson

Elementary School

25 6:30am

Men’s Bible Study

9:30am

Moms 24/7

10am

Ladies Prayer

Group

7pm

Worship Night

26 6:30pm

Awana

7pm

Adult Prayer

Meeting

7pm Ladies

Discipleship

Group

27 7pm

Thursday Night @

The Well-

Alliance Youth (AY)

7pm

Trustees Meeting

28

29

30 9:15 & 10:45am

Worship & Sunday School

12:15pm

Christian Action

Committee Meeting

AY Youth return from Jr

High Retreat

31 3:30pm

Good News Club @

Hutchinson

Elementary School

Alliance Youth Jolt Jr. High Retreat

Laurelville Camp - 10/28-30

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Sunday School - “A Place for Growing… A Place for YOU!”

Our children’s small groups meet for Sunday School at 9:15am (see bulletin board in Children’s Wing for

classrooms). The Jr. High Youth class will meet at 9:15am in Room 130 and the Sr. High Youth will meet at

9:15am in Rooms 250-260. Adult classes are offered at 9:15am and 10:45am. Be sure to note the time that

the class you choose is offered. Pick up a brochure at the rack in the Lobby for details. If you can’t be here

every Sunday, that’s OK - come whenever you can. It’s never too late to join a class. Don’t miss this

opportunity to learn something new and connect with people!

9:15am: The Attributes of God

Teacher: Todd Miller

Location: Room 230/240

One of the things that Jeremiah 9:23-24 teaches us is that God is indeed knowable. The Bible is filled with

writings which reveal His personality, character, and attributes. This course will be looking at six of God's

attributes in an attempt that we not only get to know more about the God whom we serve, but actually get to

know Him more intimately.

9:15am: “Happiness” by Randy Alcorn

Teacher: Donna Dail

Location: Room 225

Christians are supposed to be happy. In fact, we are supposed to radiate joy, peace, and contentment that is

so unmistakable and so attractive that others are naturally drawn to us because they want what we have. And

yet, in today's culture, the vast majority of Christians are perceived as angry, judgmental people who don't seem

to derive any joy from life whatsoever. In “Happiness”, noted theologian Randy Alcorn dispels centuries of

misconceptions about happiness and provides indisputable proof that God not only wants us to be happy, He

commands it. The most definitive study on the subject of happiness to date, this book is a paradigm shifting

wake up call for the church and Christians everywhere.

10:45am: Walk 91: Going Deeper

Teacher: Eric Bartels

Location: 250/260

Excited about our journey through the Bible? Walk 91: Go Deeper will be a class to explore the truths that we

are reading each week and discuss them together. This class will help you to stay connected to the Walk 91

reading plan and help provide insights into each week’s Bible reading. Each week, there will be a time to

interact with the material presented in Pastor Roy’s sermon.

10:45am: “Israel’s Mission” by Ray van der Laan

Teacher: Ken Barackman/Tom Goodge

Location: Room 225

As they stood at the foot of Mount Sinai, the Israelites not only agreed to partner with God by worshipping Him

as King, they also took on a mission: become a kingdom of priests in a prodigal world. This had been God's

plan for His people from the time He called Abraham out of Ur, a mission that would forever characterize

Abraham's descendants and one which Jesus would renew with His own ministry. Follow the rabbi through

Israel and Jordan, scaling mountains in the Sinai and exploring the ancient cities of the Decapolis as you

unpack what it means to be a kingdom of priests today.

Adult Fall Classes

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GAC Youth News & Events Pastor Rigel’s Contact Information

gacyouth@gmail.com - 914-830-6970

World Outreach Conference – Sept. 11-15 (15th is for teens only!)

It is once again time for our World Outreach Conference. This year it will run Sunday to Thursday

(Thursday is for teens only and does not include a meal). See our World Outreach Youth schedule handout

for details about each night. This is one of the best weeks in the life of our church!

Youth Group Hoodies

Just in time for the crisp fall weather, we will be ordering new youth group hoodies. The cost for the

hooded sweatshirts will be $17. For those of you wondering about the color choices it will be a surprise,

but we promise a lot of thought will go into the final product. To purchase a hoodie, you will need to give

Pastor Rigel or Julie $17 (cash or check made out to Greensburg Alliance Church) and indicate your size by

Sunday September 25. The order will be placed the following day, so please be on time.

Operation Christmas Child

Each year our Youth Group collects items to pack in shoeboxes for Operation Christmas Child. Our

donations change from month to month so that we have well rounded shoeboxes to send.

This month we will be focusing on “back to school” supplies and toiletries. Both of these categories have

great sales during the “back to school” season. Pencils, erasers, colored pencils, sharpeners, pens, small

boxes of crayons, small solar calculators, pads, and pencil cases all make great additions to our shoeboxes.

Toiletries needed are toothbrushes, toothpaste, bars of soap, washcloths, combs, and hairbrushes.

Donations may be brought to church on Sunday mornings and Thursday nights.

SY@TP (See You at the Pole) - Wednesday, September 28

On the morning of Wednesday, September 28, thousands of Christian students from all around the nation

will meet at the flag pole in front of their schools before classes begin for 30-45 minutes of prayer for their

schools and local communities. We encourage our students to participate in this great nationwide event.

The times and locations vary from school to school, but it generally takes place about 45 minutes before

school begins. For more information, check out the website: www.syatp.org.

Jolt Junior High Retreat (Grades 7 & 8) - October 28-30

(Registration Deadline - September 22)

On October 28-30, all Junior High students (Grades 7-8) are invited to a District retreat called Jolt at

Laurelville Camp, in nearby Mt. Pleasant, PA. The retreat will feature amazing speakers, awesome times of

worship, fellowship, and tons of other fun stuff. This year’s theme is Mud… that’s right, MUD!!! So plan on

getting dirty in some amazingly fun ways. The total cost for the retreat is $110 per student with a $20

deposit and completed registration form due to Pastor Rigel by Thursday, September 22.

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Children’s Ministries

Children’s Ministries “Moving-Up” Day - Sunday, September 4

On Sunday, September 4, the children’s Sunday School classes and Sunday Morning Worship classes will

“move up” to their new classes. Be sure to stop by the Welcome Center in the Lobby or the registration desk in

the children’s wing to complete a registration form for the 2016-2017 year.

Kids Konvention - September 11-14

Our Kids Konvention will be held Sunday, September 11 through Wednesday,

September 14 during our World Outreach Conference. Registration will be handled

slightly differently this year. When you complete the yearly Children’s Ministry

registration form, please sign up for Kids Konvention by marking the designated box.

Registration forms are available at the Welcome Center in the Lobby and the

registration desk in the Children’s Wing.

Volunteers are needed! If you are available to help with Kids Konvention activities or

work in the nursery, please mark the back of your Sunday bulletin information card.

Thank you for your willingness to minister to the young ones of our congregation.

There is something for everyone at our World Outreach Conference! Be sure to check

out page 2 for a schedule of events for the week.

Bible Quizzing

The new quiz season is already upon us. We would love to have new people join us! Bible Quizzing is a disciple-

making tool to encourage young people to study and memorize God's Word and to have fun and fellowship with

other Christian students. Younger students (grades 3-6) would compete in the Junior Division and on only half of

the material. Older students (grades 7-12) have the option of participating in Senior A Division (experienced

quizzers) or B Division (new to quizzing).

Quiz Meets are held once a month with area churches, usually on the first Saturday from October through April.

Practices consist of teaching and devotions from the selected verses and then using the jump seats to practice

jumping and answering questions. Contact Mark or Jayne Obringer (724-861-3548) or the Church Office

(724-837-1122) for more information or to join our team.

Registration for Children’s Ministries 2016-2017

In a continuing effort to keep our records correct and up to date, all parents must complete a new registration

form for their children even if you completed one in the past. The information is kept confidential and is used for

church business, safety, and emergency purposes only. Registration forms are available at the Welcome Center

in the Lobby and the registration desk in the Children’s Wing. Completed forms need to be returned as soon as

possible in order for the new security upgrades to be implemented. Thank you!

Thank You, Jen Conley!

Be sure to take a moment to thank Jen for her ministry to our young ones during the last nine years! Jen is

engaged to be married to Rev. James Turnbull in October, and will be stepping down from her position as Children’s

Director here at GAC. Rev. Turnbull is the senior pastor at Connellsville Alliance Church. GAC’s Women’s

Connection will host a bridal shower to celebrate Jen’s wedding on Saturday, September 24 - see page 5 for details.

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Children’s Ministries

Begins September 21

It’s Not too Late to Join our Awana Team!

We are looking forward to another great year in Awana and are excited to welcome Kami Hauser as our

new Awana Ministry Director.

But, Awana cannot happen without dedicated volunteers. Won’t you consider joining our team this fall?

Help is especially needed to assist in classrooms and listen to children recite verses. You may help as often

as your schedule allows - it could be every Wednesday or once or twice a month.

If you are considering helping, but are unsure of what club or position is right for you, contact Kami Hauser,

724-480-3706, or the Church Office, 724-837-1122.

Awana Clubs provide proven, long-term evangelism and discipleship for children. Each age group has its

own Scripture-based curriculum, awards, home discipleship, and fun games to keep them excited about

learning God’s Word. Our program is comprised of three age appropriate clubs:

Preschoolers - Age 3 & 4

In Cubbies, preschoolers have a fun, friendly place to learn about God’s greatness.

There are games, basic Bible memory, and a two-year curriculum that encourages

parents to get involved in their child’s learning. To begin Cubbies your child must be 3

years old before September 1 and potty trained.

Kindergarten through Grade 2

Sparks builds on the material taught in our preschool clubs. It ignites the curiosity of

children to learn about the people and events of the Bible, building a foundation of

wisdom for knowing Christ. Meetings combine learning with fun to create an

atmosphere of excitement. Children love their red vests, the games, and spending

time with leaders and friends!

Grades 3 through 6

This year starts the beginning of a brand new T&T! T&T (Truth & Training) teaches

children the truth of God’s Word and trains them to follow Him and practice His grace.

The goal of the new T&T is simple: offer more opportunities for kids to understand,

retain, and apply what they’re learning in the Scriptures. 2016-2017 introduces the

first of four years of new T&T curriculum. There will also be loads of fun with our team-

oriented games!

Awana begins on Wednesday, September 21. Check-in starts at 6:30pm at the Children’s Ministry

registration desk. Please enter the building through the office entrance. Be sure to complete a new

Children’s Ministry registration form prior to opening night so we can update our computer check-in records.

Forms are available at the Welcome Center in the Lobby or the registration desk in the Children’s Wing.

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Congratulations

To Bill and Crista Griffiths on the birth of their daughter, Amelia Rose, on July 27. Amelia weighed 8 pounds

and was 18-1/4 inches long. She joins siblings, Hunter, Noelle, and Nick.

Mongolian International Workers & Families - Celebration Time! Greetings by either postal mail or email are greatly appreciated.

Birthdays -

September 28 - Jeremy Bergevin - P O Box 945, Darhan Uul Aimag 45000 Mongolia -

Email: jerbergevin@hotmail.com

October 1 - Cinda Wood - On Home Assignment - Email: cinda@mongoliawoods.com

October 3 - Angel Lee (10 years old) - c/o Jason Lee & Ruth Kim - P.O. Box 2603, Ulaanbaatar 15160 Mongolia

Email: Ruth: holee68@yahoo.com

October 8 - Clara Bergevin (8 years old) - c/o Jeremy and Renee Bergevin P.O. Box 945, Darhan Uul Aimag

45000 Mongolia - Email: jerbergevin@hotmail.com

September Birthdays

1 Dean Ambrose

Paul Obringer

Karlee Schneider

2 Eleanor Raffle

3 Melissa Iarussi

Colleen Peterson

4 Kathy Iwinski

5 Mariann Gault

Hillary Piggott

6 Logan McKivens

Spencer Schaus

8 Olivia Bolyen

Vernon Brewer

16 David Colligan

Larry Darazio

Dan Hoffman

R. J. Tonks

17 Betsy Danser

18 Luke Coughanour

19 Lisa Smith

20 Joanne Kreinbrook

Karen McGarry

21 David Marquis

22 Joel Momper

Bob Schoenfeld

9 Ryan Brautigam

10 Gene Cilli

Denny Fellers

Aidan Tressler

11 Gavin DiClaudio

12 Linda Bolyen

David Burda

David Tomko

14 Jennifer Dail

Phyllis Kaylor

15 Logan Helms

Duane Sutor

September Anniversaries

1 Chris & Nicole Iarussi

2 Tad & Sue Kelley

9 Tim & Jocelyn Fox

11 Carmen & Cheryl Dott

Rigel & Julie Holmes

12 Zac & Stephanie Cross

14 Ron & Peggy Longsdorf

15 Rusty & Christy Bryner

17 Michael & Michele Shuey

18 Jason & Debbie Mickinak

20 Todd & Kelley Brautigam

27 Tom & Eleanor Raffle

30 Shawn & Melissa Iarussi

John & Jennifer Thoma

24 Isabella Arquillo

Karen McKivens

Kathy Wills

25 Melissa Bartels

Jonathon Kraynak

Emily Ukasik

26 Shannon Colligan

Dawn Darazio

Ed Kerr

28 Sierra Jones

29 Tim Myers

30 Carissa Graziani

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Pray For Mongolia

Praying is a practical and effective way Alliance people

can help fulfill the Great Commission. Here are some of

the latest updates and requests from our Mongolia

International Workers. Thank you for praying!

Erik and Christina Wahlen are serving as field director

couple for the Mongolian team. Erik is also working

with JB Hecock to oversee the UBean Coffeehouse

and Roasterie.

Continue to pray for the staff at UBean as they serve in

their local fellowships. Pray for opportunities to show

the love of Jesus at work. Pray for protection for their

marriages and their children.

Pray that God will empower the people of the

Cornerstone Church of All Nations (CCAN) to reach out

to the many unchurched and non-Christian expats in

Mongolia.

Pray for the leadership at CCAN (pastors, elders,

ministry leaders) that God will continue to guide them

in fulfilling His plans and purposes for CCAN. Pray for

unity of heart and purpose. Pray for discernment to

seek God’s leading and direction. Also pray for the

volunteer ministries of CCAN and that God will raise

more people to serve in the different ministries of the

church.

Pray for the Sansar Church as they endeavor to follow

God’s vision and calling. The church recently traveled

to Terj National Park for an outdoor worship and

baptism service. Four members of the Sansar Church

and the 16th District Church were baptized. Pray for

those who were baptized as they continue their walk

with the Lord.

Pray for the Seed of Faith Church in Ulaanbaatar to

continue to grow strong and stable as they rely

exclusively on Mongolian leadership.

Praise God for a divinely appointed experience at LIFE

2016! He met each of the eight students and three

chaperones from Mongolia in a unique way. Praise

Him for His provision that they were able to attend!

UBean Coffeehouse Staff

Sansar Church Baptism

LIFE 2016

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World Outreach Conference

September 11-15

See Page 2 for Details!