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Note of Thanks
To the church family of Derry Presbyterian Church, thank you so much for your generous investment in our students by covering the cost of the field trip to the Oakes Museum at Messiah University.…
Andrew Mashas • Faith-Based Engagement Specialist, CWS Lancaster
December 2, 2021Editor’s Note: On the first Thursday of each month, the eNews feature article highlights the mission focus for the month. In December we’re lifting up a recipient of this year’s Christmas Joy,…
Ice Cream Gift Cards are Perfect for Gift-Giving – and Supporting our Preschool!
Looking for that perfect stocking stuffer, teacher gift or coach thank-you? Consider Fox Meadows Creamery Gift Cards! Your purchase of gift cards in any amount will benefit Derry Discovery Days.…
Nov 2021 Session Highlights
It was the joy of the Session to approve the baptism of Christopher Damon and Tiffany Mittereder and their two children, Kennedy and Juliana and to receive Chris and Tiffany as new members. …
Notes of Thanks
Derry Friends, Thank you for your donations of meals and gift cards to Family Promise. Hungry tummies were filled, and personal care necessities were provided to struggling families. Your…
M.E. Steelman • Children’s Ministry Coordinator
November 18, 2021When the program year began in September, I had no idea what would happen. In my own mind, I was consumed by questioning each program and decision. Would we have families attend Children’s…
Longest Night Worship
For those who have empty places in their hearts and homes this Christmas season, Derry Presbyterian Church offers a “Longest Night” worship service. This reflective, come-as-you-are service…
Oct 2021 Session Highlights
Welcomed and received Tim Mosher as Ruling Elder to fill the term vacated by David Han.Treasurer Stephen Guenther reported that contributions are approximately $30,000 behind 2020 levels and budget.…
Your Contribution Requested for our “Christmas Tour of Homes Advent Devotional”
This year's Advent sermon series imagines how each Gospel writer celebrates Christmas in his own home. We’ll also explore how we celebrate the birth of Jesus in our own lives and homes through,…
Officer Elections on Oct 10
A congregational meeting will follow 10:30 am worship on Oct 10 for the purpose of electing one elder for the class of 2022, six elders and five deacons for the class of 2024, and four church…
Sept 2021 Session Highlights
Approved baptism of Nikolai Minnich, son of Derry members, Sean and Valerie Minnich.Stephen Guenther has indicated that he will be stepping down as church Treasurer over the next year. Craig…
Fall Reading Opportunities
The Monday evening study group will Zoom at 7 pm to discuss the following books: NOV 1: "Killers of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI” by David GrannDEC 6: "Suzanne and:…