Bible Study: Invitation to the Old Testament


Invitation to the Old Testament: A Short-Term Disciple Bible Study by Celia Brewer Marshall and James D Tabor.

Explore the Old Testament’s story of God and God’s calling of the people of Israel through the many “voices” of the biblical text.

What: 8-week study with reading, discussion and video presentation.

When: Tuesday evenings, 6:30-8 pm— Sept 4, 11, 18, 25, Oct 2, 9, 16, 23.

Leader: Rev. Susan Halverstadt.

Welcome Reception for Pastor Susan

You are invited to the “Welcoming Reception” for Pastor Susan Halverstadt.

Date: Sunday, July 29, 2018 THAT IS THIS SUNDAY

Please join us at either of our worship services – 8:00 am or 10:15 am, and stay after the service for the reception. Invite a friend and contact a fellow member and invite them to attend.

HOPE TO SEE ALL OF YOU ON SUNDAY, JULY 29TH FOR WORSHIP, FELLOWSHIP, AND FOOD.

Welcome, Pastor Susan!

The Church Council is pleased to announce the appointment of our new pastor to Faxon-Kenmar UMC. Pastor Susan Halverstadt recently served the Warrenville UMC and the Heilman UMC Charge. She was born in Wellsboro, Pa and was raised in Pontiac, MI. Her extended family resides in Wellsboro. She has a step-daughter who lives in Nebraska and has two daughters and their families in Williamsport. Living with her is her golden retriever Bailey and Ella her cat.

Pastor Susan attended St. Paul School of Theology in Kansas City, Mo. She was ordained in the Missouri West Conference in 1972. During her time in the Midwest she was the Coordinator of The Women’s Center for Theologizing in Kansas City, MO. She has served as a career counselor in Williamsport and Durango, CO.

Additional education includes a two-year Spiritual Director training through Oasis Ministries. She has received her Doctorate of Chiropractic and was in private practice for 10 years and has an active PA license. The Council is looking forward to Pastor Susan’s ministry here at Faxon-Kenmar UMC and asks for prayers for her ministry among us.