FRI (9/25) – Ezra 7-10

SAT (9/26) – Nehemiah 1-5

SUN (9/27) – Nehemiah

MON (9/28) – Nehemiah

TUE (9/29) – Nehemiah 11-13, Psalm 126

WED (9/30) – Malachi 1-4

THU (10/1) – Luke 1, John 1:1-14

FRI (10/2) – Matthew 1, Luke 2:1-38

SAT (10/3) – Matthew 2, Luke 2:39-52

SUN (10/4) – Matthew 3, Mark 1, Luke 3

MON (10/5) – Matthew 4, Luke 4-5, John 1:15-51

TUE (10/6) – John 2-4

October is Pastor Appreciation Month

Take a moment this month to let our GCC pastors know how much you appreciate them. A simple note of encouragement can mean a lot. Let’s thank them for faithfully sharing God’s Word, caring for our church family, and serving our community.

Support Groups

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You don’t have to walk through sickness, loss, or grief alone. Find encouragement in those who want to stand alongside you through GCC’s support groups. Details on GriefCare, Cancer Support, Hope Beyond Estrangement, Dementia Care, and Men of Sexual Integrity are online.

End-of-Year Giving Options

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You can support GCC’s ministry through end-of-year stock transfers or IRA donations. If you’re interested in this unique giving option, contact Brandi Wenger for details: 717.464.5333 or brandi@gccws.net.

18-24 Fall Events

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Lots of opportunities are available for 18-24 year-olds to meet new friends and build community! Check out details on mini-golf and ice cream, bonfire and pumpkin carving, and auto maintenance & donuts online.

Guatemala Team

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Interested in serving on GCC’s short-term medical mission team to Guatemala this March? If you are an MD, PA, NP, pharmacist, therapist, nurse, Spanish speaker, or hairdresser, this trip could be for you. Details and registration are online by November 2.

Men’s & Women’s Ministry

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Go online to check out men’s and women’s studies this fall. They just got started, but you can still jump in!

Eat & Meet

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If you’re new to GCC, Eat & Meet offers you and your family a light lunch as you hear about GCC and meet the pastors on Sunday, October 11, at 12:30 pm. Childcare is available.

Quarryville Fall Festival

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On Saturday, October 17, from 2:00-4:00 pm, GCC Quarryville is bringing the community together for a fun-filled afternoon that includes games, a fall craft, and a free raffle. Hot dogs and snacks will be available. Invite your friends, neighbors, and family! Free registration is online. You can also sign up to help with set up/tear down, serving food, leading games, face painting, and interacting with the community.

GCC Kids Fall Family Fun Night

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Families with kids are invited to participate in this “Trunk-or-Treat” event on Friday, October 23, from 5:00 to 7:00 pm at Willow Street. Enjoy hot dogs and snacks and have some fall fun gathering treats through the parking lot! Kids are invited to come in costume (nothing scary). Sign up online to attend or to register your car.

Two Ways to Serve Kids & Families

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Here are two fun ways to serve kids and families at GCC’s Trunk-or-Treat event. Decorate your vehicle and greet kids and families while you hand out treats. Or, you can donate bags of individually wrapped candy at GCC now through October 20. Register online to get involved!

Blood Drive

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GCC will host the next blood drive on Thursday, October 22, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Register online or call the church office to participate (walk-ins are also welcome).

Water Street Food Drive

This November, you can support local people experiencing homelessness and poverty through Water Street Mission’s annual food drive. Drop off your contributions in the GCC Main Lobby from now through November 29. A list of items is available at a table in the lobby.

GCC Kids Christmas Musical

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On Friday, December 11, GCC Kids in Kindergarten–5th grade are invited to participate in Fear Not Factor, a fun-filled 40-minute Christmas musical where Mary, Joseph, angels, and a few simple shepherds discover the wonder of God’s perfect plan. Ensemble Registration Deadline is October 25. Details and registration are online.

Tell Me More

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Tell Me More is designed to help you learn more about GCC. In this session, from 3:00 pm to 5:30 pm on Sunday, November 8, you’ll explore GCC’s history, core values, and biblical foundations. Register online.

Outpour Kids Worship Concert

Mark your calendar for the Outpour Kids & Teens Worship Concert, following their 8-week training in song and spirit. This free event is scheduled for Friday, November 13, at 7:00 pm. No registration is required.

Turkey Bowl 2.0

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Students, your families, and 18-24s are invited to participate in the GCC Annual Turkey Bowl on Saturday, November 21, at the LS High School Lower Turf Field. The day starts with a Students and Parents game, followed by a Tailgate Brunch, with the 18-24 group game finishing out the afternoon. Activities start at 9:00 am. Details and registration are online.

Annual Congregational Meeting

If GCC is your church home, you’re invited to attend the Annual Congregational Meeting on Sunday, November 22, at 6:30 pm. The agenda includes a presentation and vote on the 2027 budget and the election of a Ministry Council member. Report packets will be available in the main lobby in November. Registration is not required.

Thanksgiving Eve Service

Celebrate and give thanks at the annual Thanksgiving Eve Worship and Bread Feast on November 25. Worship begins at 7:00 pm, followed by a feast of homemade breads and spreads. Bring your favorite sliced bread and spread to share. Nursery for infants through age 4 is available during the worship service.