With 20 amazing vendors, this event is your one-stop shop for stunning handmade treasures: ceramics, quilts, table runners, wreaths, paper crafts, and more! Perfect for holiday gifts or simply supporting local artisans, you’re bound to find something special.
Church of the Apostles Come early to beat the crowds! This is a day you won’t want to miss!
Experience an inspiring season of music at Church of the Apostles UCC with our Fall Academy Concert Series, featuring talented local musicians and performers in our newly renovated Sanctuary. All concerts begin at 3 PM and are free and open to the community.
The purpose of this group is to provide an opportunity for community – to discuss current topics of interest both in terms of learning more about them but also considering the different nuances of each topic in terms of who benefits and who might be hurt by the current system/process.
While registration is not mandatory, we encourage you to register in advance to assist us with event planning. Please look for the individual registration link under the event tabs. We look forward to sharing these meaningful evenings with you!
As the 2026 midterm elections approach, Lightworkers invites us to consider the role each of us can play in strengthening our communities and democracy. On Friday, October 16th, this special Mocktails & Meaning™ gathering will feature a free screening of Lightworkers, a documentary directed by Bobby Roth that shares personal stories from people responding to social, political, and environmental challenges. The film explores individual choices, collective responsibility, and the many ways people can contribute to a more just and compassionate world. A light dinner will be served from 5–6 PM, followed by the documentary at 6 PM and a Q&A with director Bobby Roth afterward. Come watch, reflect, and consider the question at the heart of the film: What can we do? Register By Clicking Here.
Discover how public health impacts all of us at Mocktails & Meaning™ on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at 6:30 PM in the Main Lobby. Retired surgeon and public health advocate Dr. Edward Chory, who serves on the Board of the Partnership for Public Health, will lead a conversation about the current state of public health in Lancaster County and the potential benefits of establishing a county health department. Together, we’ll explore how public health initiatives influence the well-being of our communities, what a local health department could mean for Lancaster County, and why these conversations matter to all of us. We’ll be serving a Aperol Apple Cider Margarita (Non-Alcholic) 🍹, with plenty of time for questions, discussion, and meaningful dialogue. Register by Clicking Here
What could the rise of large-scale data centers mean for Lancaster County? On Thursday, September 17, 2026 at 6:30 PM, our September Mocktails & Meaning™ gathering at Church of the Apostles UCC, 1850 Marietta Ave., Lancaster, PA will take a closer look at the growing conversation around data center development and the potential environmental, economic, infrastructure, and community impacts. Darrell Lagace will lead the conversation, offering a critical perspective on what these projects could mean for Lancaster County and the communities where they are proposed.
With data centers becoming a hot topic across our region, this is a timely opportunity to learn more, ask questions, and consider what their growth could mean for our community and its future. We’ll be serving a nonalcoholic Blackberry Moscow Mule. Register By Clicking Here.
Step into an evening of learning and reflection at our June Mocktails & Meaning™ session on June 18th at 6:30 PM, featuring the YWCA of Lancaster and a focused look at Racial Equity Demographics of Lancaster County. This conversation will explore the data behind our community—highlighting disparities, trends, and opportunities for growth—while inviting us to consider how we can be more informed, engaged, and equity-minded neighbors. Sip on a refreshing Grapefruit Paloma mocktail 🍊🍹 as we engage in meaningful dialogue and deepen our understanding together. Please note that due to ongoing renovations, seating is limited, so we encourage you to register early. Mocktails & Meaning™ will pause for the summer after this session and return in the fall.
Join us for our May 21, 2026 Mocktails & Meaning™ gathering for a powerful and eye-opening conversation led by Brad Ortenzi, Eastern USA Regional Director of ZOE International and Coordinator of the Berks and Lancaster County Human Trafficking Task Forces. Drawing on his experience as a former Ephrata Police Detective, his work with federal and county child exploitation task forces, and his international work combating trafficking in Thailand, Brad will take us behind the scenes of human trafficking in Lancaster County. This session will explore how traffickers recruit and control victims, the psychological realities of trauma bonding, and how local task forces respond through both enforcement and prevention. Time will be set aside for questions and dialogue. We’ll be serving a Mai Tai Mocktail as we engage this important and impactful conversation.
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April’s Mocktails & Meaning™ invites you into an honest and important conversation with Ben Faro from the Samaritan Center as we focus on Mental Health in Young Men. In a world that often teaches boys to stay silent about their struggles, this session will explore the pressures young men face, the warning signs we should not ignore, and the ways families, churches, and communities can foster openness, resilience, and hope. We’ll gather over a festive Easter Punch mocktail while creating space for thoughtful dialogue and meaningful questions. Come ready for a conversation that encourages courage, compassion, and connection.
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Be part of our March Mocktails & Meaning™ gathering as we welcome Dr. Oliver Dreon, Professor of Educational Foundations at Millersville University, for a timely conversation on Artificial Intelligence in Education. With more than thirty years in public education and experience teaching at the middle school, high school, undergraduate, and graduate levels, Dr. Dreon brings a broad and thoughtful perspective on how technology is reshaping classrooms and learning. Together, we’ll explore the opportunities, challenges, and big questions AI is raising for students and educators alike. We’ll be sipping a refreshing Pineapple and Cucumber Juice mocktail while we engage this important topic, with time set aside for questions and discussion.
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Join us for our February Mocktails & Meaning™ gathering in honor of Black History Month on Thursday, February 19 at 6:30 PM in the Main Lobby.
Topic: Black History Matters
Facilitator: Tracey Weis, retired Millersville University professor
Mocktail: Starbucks copycat Pink Drink ☕🍓
Tracey will lead a thoughtful conversation on the importance of African American history and its impact on our world today, with time for shared reflection and discussion. We hope you’ll join us for a meaningful conversation and a delicious mocktail.
Join us on Thursday, January 15th at 6:30 PM in the Main Lobby for our first 2026 Mocktails & Meaning™ session. Recently retired Millersville Professor, Dr. Jill Craven, will share her insights on how academia has evolved during her tenure, including shifts in social norms, policies, student life, and the impact of technologies like ChatGPT.
Enjoy meaningful conversation alongside our featured mocktail: Cherry Shirley Temple
oin us on Thursday, November 20 at 6:30 PM in the Main Lobby for an engaging Mocktails & Meaning™ session with Kurt Iobst, Global President of Neuroforce BRG. Kurt will lead a conversation on neurodiversity and inclusion, sharing practical ways we can create more welcoming spaces for individuals with Autism, ADHD, OCD, Down Syndrome, and other neurodivergent experiences.
This month’s featured mocktail is a cozy Autumn Harvest Punch.
On Thursday, October 16th at 6:30 PM in the Main Lobby, join us for Mocktails & Meaning™ as we welcome back Rev. Dr. Matthew Lenahan, Director of the Wittel Farm Growing Project. This session will focus on sustainable farming and the practical steps individuals and communities can take to combat climate change. Learn how changes in farming practices can transform a farm into a carbon sink, capturing carbon before it’s released into the atmosphere, and how everyday habits at home can make a meaningful environmental impact.
Our featured mocktail for the evening will be a refreshing Virgin Mojito.
On Thursday, September 18th at 6:30 PM, Church of the Apostles UCC will host our next Mocktails & Meaning™ session in the Main Lobby, focusing on food insecurity in Lancaster County and the potential impact of federal budget cuts.
Guest speakers Paige McFarling from the FoodHub and Rev. Dr. Matthew Lenahan, Director of the Wittel Farm Growing Project, will offer insights into the services they provide and how proposed policy changes could affect their ability to meet community needs. Many are unaware that nearly 40% of Lancaster County residents fall into the ALICE category, Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed, meaning they work but still struggle to afford basic necessities and often don’t qualify for benefits. This conversation will highlight the challenges and local responses to hunger and food access.
As always, we’ll enjoy a signature mocktail together, this month’s drink is a refreshing Strawberry Basil Spritzer.
Church of the Apostles UCC invites you to our next Mocktails & Meaning™ session on Juneteenth—Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 6:30 PM, focusing on the Underground Railroad in Southeastern PA and key moments from our nation’s first civil rights movement. Our guest speaker, Randy Harris, brings decades of experience in historic preservation and heritage tourism. A partner in the National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom and founder of Origins of the Underground Railroad heritage tours, Harris has helped secure national recognition for more than 20 Underground Railroad sites across Pennsylvania. He currently works with the upcoming Stevens & Smith Center for History and Democracy, set to open in 2026.
Enjoy meaningful conversation and this month’s signature drink—the Blue Lagoon Mocktail.
Join us for Mocktails & Meaning™ on May 15th at 6:30 PM in the Narthex at Church of the Apostles UCC, featuring Scott M. Coley, author of Ministers of Propaganda and lecturer in philosophy at Mount St. Mary’s University. His talk, “Christofascism: How It Works and How to Resist It,” will explore the hierarchies of race, class, and gender at the heart of this ideology, how it shapes voting behavior, and how Christian theology offers tools for resistance.
As always, we’ll enjoy a signature mocktail while we gather—this month’s drink is a refreshing Watermelon Agua Fresca.
We are delighted to welcome Beth Reeves back to Church of the Apostles for our next Mocktails & Meaning™ on Thursday, April 24th, at 6:30 PM! Beth, from POWER Interfaith Lancaster County, will lead an engaging discussion on Education Funding in Pennsylvania, exploring the challenges and opportunities for equitable reform.
Enjoy meaningful conversation over this month’s signature mocktail: Banana Brunch Punch!
Beth Reeves is a dedicated advocate for education justice, serving as Chair of POWER Interfaith Lancaster County’s Education Justice Team. With years of experience as a school-based occupational therapist and a passion for addressing systemic inequities, she brings valuable insight into this critical issue.
Join us for an evening of thoughtful dialogue and community connection! Register by Clicking Here!
Join us on March 20th, 2025, at 6:30 PM in the Narthex for an important conversation on “Finding Our Voice: Calling out Church-Sanctioned Anti-Trans Bigotry.” Malinda Clatterbuck, Associate Director at the Center for a Sustainable Environment at Franklin & Marshall College, and Mark Clatterbuck, Associate Professor of Religion at Montclair State University, will lead us in exploring how we, as a congregation committed to inclusive refuge, can stand against hate and support our transgender community members.
As we engage in this meaningful discussion, enjoy our featured Blood Orange Mocktail Cooler. We hope you’ll join us for an evening of thoughtful conversation and community.
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Join us on Thursday, February 20th, 2025, at 6:30 PM for a meaningful evening of learning and connection. Our special guests, Jamie Beth Cohen and Sam Schindler, will present “What Christians Should Know About Judaism” and share their experiences raising Jewish children in Lancaster County. Warm up with our featured mocktail of the evening: Hot Mulled Cider. 🍎🍂
Don’t miss this engaging session— Register Today to secure your spot!
Join Church of the Apostles UCC for a special Mocktails & Meaning™ session on Saturday, January 25th, 2025, starting at 3:00 PM in the Sanctuary. We’ll be hosting a free screening of the documentary 1946: The Mistranslation That Shifted Culture. This thought-provoking film follows researchers uncovering the origins of the anti-gay movement among Christians, tracing it back to a mistranslation of the Bible in 1946. With never-before-seen archives from Yale University and insights from scholars and pastors, the documentary offers an enlightening and inspiring exploration of faith, inclusion, and the power of interpretation.
After the movie, enjoy light refreshments, including soup, and participate in a discussion about the film’s impact and themes. Our featured mocktail for the evening will be a refreshing Grapefruit Lime Spritzer. Children are welcome, with toys and snacks available to keep them entertained during the screening.
Please register to attend this meaningful event: https://conta.cc/3BRC7Xu We hope to see you there!
Start the new year with inspiration and connection at Mocktails & Meaning™ on Thursday, January 16, 2025, at 6:30 PM! This month, we welcome Lissa Holland, Executive Director of the Lancaster Public Library, and Jon Heinly, Director of Donor Advising, for an engaging discussion titled Lancaster Public Library: Don’t Close the Book on Us.
Libraries are far more than buildings filled with books—they are gateways to information, centers of community, and beacons of hope. Join us to learn how Lancaster Public Library is evolving to meet the needs of today’s society and why their work remains vital.
Enjoy a refreshing Orange Cranberry Spritzer, our featured mocktail for the evening, while connecting with others in a welcoming, thought-provoking setting. Register Now to secure your spot!
Join us for our next Mocktails & Meaning™ session on Thursday, November 21st, from 6:00 to 8:30 PM, as we explore The Value of Local Journalism with Brett Sholtis, an investigative reporter from The Lancaster Newspaper. Brett will share insights on the importance of journalism, including current pressing issues like election coverage. Enjoy a seasonal Winter Sangria mocktail, a refreshing blend of oranges, cranberries, and grapes, as we engage in this meaningful discussion. Don’t miss out— Register Now and secure your spot!
Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to attend a free, private pre-release screening of Banned Together, a documentary that pulls back the curtain on two of the most controversial issues in America today: book bands and curriculum censorship in public schools – topics we’ve covered in previous mocktails sessions. This film screening is a one-time event, and registration is required, Register Here.
Our mocktail for this session is a Hocus Pocus Punch – a magical brew for a powerful evening.
We invite you to join us for an evening focused on Suicide Awareness and Prevention, featuring Ashley Ramsay from Mental Health America. Ashley is a mental health educator, student therapist, and a recipient of the 2023-2025 Touchstone Foundation Mental Health Career scholarship. With a passion for educating the community about mental health, she brings a warm, compassionate approach to exploring wellness and meaning. We invite the community to engage in an open and curious discussion on this important topic, as we gather to support the mental wellbeing of everyone.
Our signature mocktail for the evening is a Harry Potter-inspired Pumpkin Juice. You can check out the recipe here: Pumpkin Juice Recipe.
Mark your calendars for September 19th at 6:30 PM in the Narthex as we explore the impact of the Independence Law Center on local school districts. We’ll hear insights from representatives from Hempfield and Elizabethtown, who will discuss the divisions caused in their school communities by ILC policies, including effects on LGBTQ+ students, library materials, and more.
🍏🥂 Our featured mocktail will be the refreshing Apple Ginger Fizz—perfect for sipping as we dive into this important conversation! Don’t miss out—click to register today! Register Here
Mocktails & Meaning™ returns on August 15th from 6-8 PM with a special presentation by Angela Strause, an FBI Agent with 14 years of experience, focusing on frauds against senior citizens and how to prevent them. Our featured mocktail will be a Blueberry Ginger Fizz. Please Register on Realm to ensure we have enough drinks for everyone.
Join us for our June Mocktails & Meaning™ session on June 20th, featuring Church World Services (CWS) Lancaster. This month’s presentation is
titled “Immigration: Fact & Fiction,” offering valuable insights into the realities and misconceptions surrounding immigration. As we engage in this important discussion, enjoy our featured mocktail: Peaches & Cream Punch. Don’t miss this enlightening event—click here to register.
Discover the pressing issue of Youth Homelessness at our May Mocktails & Meaning™ session on May 16th. We’re privileged to host a representative from the Lancaster County Housing & Redevelopment Authority. Be sure to Register Here. And while you’re engrossed in conversation, enjoy our featured mocktail: the delightful Pomegranate & Rosewater Spritzer. See you there!
A Little About Our Presenters:
We’re excited to announce our lineup of speakers for the upcoming Mocktails & Meaning™ session! Lisette Rivera, School District of Lancaster’s Site Coordinator for Families in Transition Program, and Fran Milano, District Office Director for Representative Mike Sturla’s Office, will be joining us. Additionally, we’re working on confirming a representative from The Workforce Development Board. Alongside these presenters, we’ll have one or two members from the Youth Action Board, a group of young individuals who have experienced or are experiencing homelessness. They play a crucial role in advocating for inclusive programs and policies that meet the specific needs of this vulnerable population. Stay tuned for more updates!
Join us for our April Mocktails & Meaning™ session on April 18th, where we’ll be delving into the important topic of affordable housing. We’re honored to have two representatives from Tenfold Lancaster, a trusted community partner with over 80 years of collective expertise, joining us to share insights and solutions. From overcoming homelessness to preparing for homeownership, Tenfold provides critical services to empower our neighbors and enhance community well-being. As we engage in this discussion, sip on our featured mocktail of the evening: the refreshing Blackberry Lemon Mocktail.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn, connect, and make a difference. Mark your calendars, Register Here, and join us on April 18th!
A Little About Our Presenters:
Wilfred Bentley earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and a Master of Science in Business Administration from Wayne State University. He has worked in the automotive, trucking, banking, and not-for-profit industries.
Bentley is a two term past national president of the Urban Financial Services Coalition. He also served on the Board of Directors of the National Court Appointed Special Advocate Association. Bentley is a life member of the Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. He is a Vietnam veteran.
Bentley currently works as Tenfold’s Chief Community Investment Officer under Tenfold Community Lending. He is joined in holy matrimony to Rev. Dr. Vanessa Lovelace and has three adult children and one grandchild.
Randi Shober is the Director of the Financial Empowerment Center at Tenfold. She has been employed by Tenfold formerly Tabor Community Services for 23 years. She is a Certified HUD Housing Counselor, PHFA Housing Counseling Specialist, and NFCC Credit and Housing Counselor.
Celebrate Women’s History Month with an enlightening discussion on women’s healthcare at our monthly Mocktails & Meaning™ session. We’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Sharee Livingston, DO, a specialist in obstetrics and gynecology certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Our featured mocktail will be the Green Appletini Mocktail. Save the date for Thursday, March 21st, and join us for this exciting meeting! Don’t forget to secure your spot by registering Here!
A Little About Our Presenter:
Dr Sharee Livingston is a physician who specializes in obstetrics and gynecology. She chairs the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at UPMC Lititz and is a member of the UPMC Lititz Board of Trustees. Dr Livingston is also the foremost female robotic surgeon in Lancaster County.
Dr Livingston is a founding member of Patients R Waiting, an organization dedicated to eliminating health disparities by increasing diversity in medicine, and co-founder of the Diversifying Doulas Initiative, which addresses maternal mortality crisis by providing Lancaster Black and Latinx expectant mothers with help from a doula, a trained professional who provides continuous physical, emotional and informational support to help the mother experience a positive and safe birth.
In 2023, Dr Livingston was appointed to a two-year term on the Pennsylvania Governor’s Advisory Commission on Women.
e, we’re exploring Artificial Intelligence with three expert presenters sharing insights on its utilizations and legal considerations. Steve Brown will discuss AI in the medical field, Jim Stoltzfus will focus on business applications, and Brandon Harter will explore legal issues. As a special treat, our featured Mocktail for the evening will be a delightful Valentines Mocktail made with fruit punch, sprite, and grenadine. To secure your spot, email office@apostlesucc.org or Click Here!
A Little About Our Presenters:
Jim Stoltzfus has spent a decade administering business applications, mainly focused on sales and marketing aspects of CRM. Before that he spent some time in Business Analysis, Sales Operations, and Market Research. Jim spends a lot of time in project management and requirements gathering, looking for ways to gain efficiency through automation and process streamlining. Jim works from home on the east side of Lancaster, a house packed with family, pets, and students of his wife Elizabeth’s Music Studio. He has been a member of Church of Apostles UCC since 2017.
Brandon Harter’s passion is finding efficient, tech-savvy solutions to problems at the intersection of law and technology. With the goal of providing expert legal counsel alongside cutting-edge technology under one roof he founded Lancaster Tech Law in 2022. Representing clients throughout Pennsylvania, Lancaster Tech Law focuses on core values that emphasize vanguard thinking, legal innovation, technological know-how, and exceptional personal service
Steve Brown has over 15 years in Healthcare IT with Penn Medicine leading strategic initiatives at the intersection of healthcare and technology. Steve oversees a diverse portfolio of technologies and projects aimed at optimizing clinical workflows, enhancing patient engagement, and improving healthcare outcomes through the seamless integration of technology. Steve has worked across multiple domains during his tenure including but not limited to areas such as electronic health records (EHR), telemedicine, clinical imaging, patient facing technologies and cybersecurity. Steve is driven by how technology serves as a catalyst for improving patient outcomes, enhancing operational efficiency, and harnessing innovation to address the most pressing challenges
Join us for the first session of 2024 at Mocktails & Meaning™, where we’ll delve into the crucial topic of Bail Reform. Often overlooked in our daily lives, this issue plays a significant role in the lives of those with limited means. While individuals of higher income can pay bail and resume their lives swiftly, those less fortunate may languish in Lancaster County Prison for months before their cases even reach trial. This stark contrast can lead to job loss and strained relationships, showcasing the disparities in our legal system.
Don’t miss the opportunity to gain insights into this pressing issue and understand its detrimental impact on the lower-income population. Register for Mocktails & Meaning in January Here, and enjoy our featured Mocktail, the Orange Cranberry Spritzer
A Little About Our Presenter:
Our presenter for this enlightening session is The Rev. Jason Perkowski, Pastor of Faith & Oregon Community United Methodist Churches in Lititz, PA. With a diverse background as a public school teacher at Conestoga Valley HS/MS, a Millersville University professor of Gifted Education, and a youth pastor, Pastor Jason has actively engaged in anti-racism work and advocated for equitable school funding with Lancaster County POWER Interfaith.
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Join us for our third Mocktails & Meaning™ event on December 21st, taking place from 6:30 to 8:30 PM in our sanctuary. We are excited to announce that our featured December mocktail will be the White Grape Punch with Cranberry Ice and our focal point of this gathering will be an insightful exploration of Christian Nationalism.
To attend, kindly register by emailing office@apostlesucc.org or through Realm. We anticipate an engaging evening and look forward to seeing you there.
A Little About Our Presenter:
Greg Carey is Professor of New Testament at Lancaster Theological Seminary, where he has served since 1999. An active UCC layperson, he holds a PhD from Vanderbilt University and has served in national and international leadership roles in the Society of Biblical Literature. Greg is the author or co-editor of 11 academic books devoted to New Testament studies, most recently Death, the End of History, and Beyond: Eschatology in the Bible. He frequently regularly publishes in venues such as The Christian Century and Religion Dispatches.
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The second edition of Mocktails & Meaning™, scheduled for November 16th at 6:30 PM will explore the controversial topic of banned books. Our featured presenter, Matthew Good, a former librarian in the Donegal School district and a dedicated Human Rights Educator, will deliver an enlightening presentation titled “Silencing Stories: Censorship in School and Public Libraries.” Matthew will delve into the world of book banning, discuss significant court cases, and shed light on the various advocacy groups both supporting and opposing these literary decisions. To elevate your experience, we are thrilled to introduce the tantalizing November Seabreeze mocktail, skillfully crafted with a harmonious blend of Cranberry, Apple, and Lime flavors. Don’t miss this thought-provoking evening!
A Little About Our Presenter:
Based in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, Matthew is an academic librarian. Additionally, he is the librarian for the Educators’ Institute for Human Rights (EIHR) where he evaluates and curates resources on genocide and mass atrocities. In this role, he also wrote a report that supported the development of the Right to Learn Coalition which is dedicated to ensuring access to safe, inclusive, and high-quality public education that prepares students to succeed and thrive. Matthew’s essay, When Schools Ban Books, They Silence Diverse Voices, will be published as part of Equity Planning for School Leaders Approaches to Student Diversity, Access and Opportunity by McFarland in November 2023. Previously, he worked as a school librarian for over thirteen years. He is an alum of the Holocaust and Jewish Resistance Teachers’ Program, the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum (USHMM) Teacher Fellowship (2014-2015), and The Olga Lengyel Institute for Holocaust Studies and Human Rights (TOLI). In 2018, he received a National Education Association Learning and Leadership Grant to travel to study in Rwanda. He is a member of Pennsylvania School Library Association (PSLA), and the American Library Association (ALA).
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Join us at Church of the Apostles for our inaugural discussion on October 19th at 6:30 PM. We are delighted to have Beth Reeves from POWER Interfaith Lancaster County as our esteemed host, leading the conversation on the pressing topic of Education Funding in Pennsylvania. Our mocktail will be a Sparkling Spiced Apple Cider! 
A Little About Our Presenter:
Beth Reeves is the Chair of POWER Interfaith Lancaster County’s Education Justice Team and co-chair of POWER Interfaith’s statewide Education Justice Team. POWER Interfaith is a grassroots organization uniting over 250 faith congregations and individuals in Pennsylvania, all dedicated to advancing racial and economic justice while promoting sustainability.
With a background as a school-based occupational therapist in Lancaster County and as a mother to two graduates from the School District of Lancaster, Beth is passionately committed to addressing systemic racism and advocating for equitable resources in underfunded Pennsylvania school districts. Over the past seven years, she has played a pivotal role in the fight for education funding reform.
For those wishing to connect with Beth or explore the topic further, you can reach her at marthareeves6464@gmail.com. She also recommends two enlightening books, both available for purchase through Read Rose Books on October 19th:
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insights from Beth Reeves as we delve into the crucial issue of public education funding in Pennsylvania.
You’re invited to our Community Open House as we celebrate the completion of our Where Welcome Grows Sanctuary renovation!
Join Church of the Apostles UCC this summer for three afternoons of music in beautiful Rader Park! Bring a lawn chair or blanket, invite your friends and neighbors, and enjoy live performances in a welcoming outdoor setting. All concerts are free and open to the community.
🎶 June 28 – Patriotic Hymn Sing
🎤 July 13 – Harmony 3: Celebrating Women’s Voices
🥁 August 9 – Community Drum Circle (drums provided for all who wish to participate)
All events begin at 3 PM in the Rader Park Pavilion. We hope you’ll join us as we celebrate music, community, and the joy of gathering together this summer!
Splash into Terrific Tuesdays in Rader Park, a four-week summer program for children ages 3-10 full of stories, crafts, and hands-on fun as we learn all about water.
Program Schedule (10:00–11:30 AM):
June 16
June 23
June 30
July 7 – Special Presentation by Lisa Sanchez, Lancaster Parks Naturalist
Each session will take place in beautiful Rader Park, and snacks will be provided. Please note that a guardian must remain with their child throughout the program.
Registration is now open, Click Here to Register!
At Church of the Apostles, we know that many among us are carrying deep and honest questions about faith, especially in light of what is happening in our country and throughout the world. Questions like, “Where is God in all of this?” are not signs of weak faith, but part of a faithful journey we are called to walk together.
To create space for these important conversations, we invite you to a new monthly series, Asking the Hard Questions, hosted by our seminary intern, Deklan Lewis, and held in the Parlor. Together, we will explore doubt, struggle, and belief as meaningful and faithful parts of discipleship.
Our first two gatherings will include viewing and discussing the film God on Trial, as we wrestle with faith and what it means to follow Jesus today, much like Jacob wrestling with God.
To accommodate different schedules, two sessions will be offered each month:
All are welcome to join this thoughtful, open, and supportive conversation. We hope you’ll consider being part of this meaningful time together.
Community Game Nights return in 2026! Join us on the second Saturdays of each month, starting January 10th, for games, snacks, and fun in the Main Lobby from 6-9 PM. Bring your favorite games and invite your friends and family, everyone is welcome!
What better way to spend a Sunday this holiday season than lifting your voice in song? Join Music Director Lars Potteiger and the Apostles Adult Choir for our Christmas Hymn Sing:
Sunday, December 21
3:00 PM
Sanctuary, Church of the Apostles UCC
Everyone is welcome, no singing experience needed! Come ready to celebrate the season as we sing favorite Christmas hymns and carols together.
After the singing, our choir will provide light refreshments in the Narthex for a time of social gathering and community connection.
Come festive, come joyful, and come ready to celebrate the season with your neighbors! We hope to see you there!
Join us on Saturday, December 6th, at 10 AM for our annual Children’s Christmas Service at Church of the Apostles UCC! This year’s theme is “Happy Birthday Jesus” 
Fun crafts & games
Cookies & hot cocoa
A special visit from Santa
A short, family-friendly service starting promptly at 10 AM
Register today so we have plenty of supplies for everyone: https://conta.cc/46U4voA