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September 1, 2026 • 2 Minute Read
JAM is Starting!
JAM (Jesus and Me) Begins September 16 We’re looking forward to another year of JAM (Jesus and Me) at Prince Street Church! JAM gives children in 1st through 5th grade a fun and welcoming place to learn more about Jesus, build friendships, and grow in their understanding of God’s Word. This year, we’ll begin by exploring 13 Surprising Sayings and Why Jesus Said Them, helping children discover what Jesus taught and what His words mean for us today. What Happens at JAM? Each Wednesday evening includes a variety of activities designed to help children learn, participate, and enjoy time together. Kids can look forward to: Singing A Bible lesson Games Creative activities and crafts A snack Throughout the year, we’ll also celebrate various holidays with special events and activities. JAM Details Begins: Wednesday, September 16 Time: 6:30–8:00 PM Who: Children in 1st–5th grade Location: Children’s Wing Cost: Free Schedule: Every Wednesday evening during the school year Schedule & Weather Information JAM follows the school calendar. If school is closed for the day, JAM will not meet that evening. During winter weather, JAM will also follow the school’s schedule for snow cancellations. Parents and families should keep an eye on school closing information when weather conditions are uncertain. Growing in Christ Together Our desire for JAM is about more than providing a fun Wednesday evening. Through Bible teaching, relationships, and activities, we want to help children know Jesus, understand His Word, and grow as His disciples. Parents, we hope your children will join us as we begin another year of learning about Jesus together! We look forward to welcoming our 1st through 5th graders on September 16 and seeing how God uses JAM to help them grow in Christ throughout the year. Praise God. Serve Others. Cultivate Disciples.
August 31, 2026 • 3 Minute Read
Student Update- Aug 31
This Week in Student Ministry — Student Edition Wednesday is coming! We’ll eat together, have some fun, and continue our Foundations series. Come hungry, bring your Bible, and bring a friend! 🌮 Eat • 🎲 Play • 📖 Grow ⏰ Wednesday | 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Youth House Here’s the plan: 🌮 EAT — Nachos! 🎲 PLAY — We’ll have some fun together and plenty of time to hang out and connect. 📖 GROW — We’re continuing our Foundations series. 📖 This Week: Can We Trust the Bible? Here’s a question for you: Why do you believe we can trust the Bible? Maybe you have a really good answer. Maybe you’ve never thought about it. Maybe you’re not sure. That’s okay. This Wednesday, we’re going to talk about why we can trust the Bible and another important question: What is the Bible actually for? We’ll look at 2 Timothy 3:16–17 and discover what it tells us about where Scripture comes from and what God intends His Word to do in our lives. Bring your Bible Wednesday night! 🔥 This Week’s Challenge Before Wednesday, read 2 Timothy 3:16–17 for yourself. Then think about these two questions: Why can I trust the Bible? What does God want the Bible to do in my life? You don’t need to have the perfect answers. Come ready to talk about it Wednesday. 🙌 Uprise | September 11–12 Uprise is getting close! If you’re planning to go and haven’t signed up yet, you need to register by next Tuesday. All the details and registration are in the Uprise post:[Uprise Post Link ] Get signed up! 🏀🎵 We Want to Show Up! Are you playing a sport this fall? Have a concert, performance, play, competition, or another event coming up? Let Michael know! We’d love to know what you’re involved in and, when we can, come out and support you. Send Michael your schedule or let him know when your next event is. We want to show up and cheer you on! 🙏 Pray About It Take a few minutes this week and ask God to help you understand His Word and grow through what He teaches you. And remember, we want to pray for you too. Have something going on that you’d like prayer for? 📱 Text your prayer request to +1 (844) 790-9381. 📱 Stay in the Loop Want Student Ministry updates sent straight to your phone? Text STUDENTS to +1 (844) 790-9381 We’ll keep you updated about Wednesday nights, upcoming events, schedule changes, and other Student Ministry info. 👋 See You Wednesday! 6:00–8:00 PM at the Youth House Bring your Bible.
Bring a friend.
Come hungry. And come ready to answer: Why can we trust the Bible? See you Wednesday!
August 31, 2026 • 3 Minute Read
Parent Update
This Week in Student Ministry — Parent Update Parents, we’re looking forward to another Wednesday night together! This week we’ll continue our Foundations series as we help students develop a strong foundation for understanding God’s Word and following Jesus. We’ll share a meal, have some fun together, and dig into some important questions about the Bible. 💬 Ask This Before Wednesday Before your student comes Wednesday night, we’d love for you to start the conversation at home. Ask them: “Why do you think we can trust the Bible?” You don’t need to give them the answer or turn it into a lesson. Just ask the question and listen. Let them think about it. Ask a follow-up question if it leads somewhere. It’s okay if they aren’t sure how to answer. Then tell them we’ll be talking about that question Wednesday night. Our hope is that this gives you an opportunity to begin a faith conversation at home while also giving your student something to think about before we gather. This Wednesday ⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Youth House 🌮 Dinner: Nachos 📖 Foundations: Why Can We Trust the Bible? 📖 This Week in Foundations This week we’ll explore two important questions: Why can we trust the Bible? What is the purpose of the Bible? Our students live in a world where they will encounter many different ideas about Scripture. We don’t simply want them to know that Christians believe the Bible—we want them to understand why we can trust God’s Word and why God has given it to us. One of the passages we’ll look at is 2 Timothy 3:16–17, where Paul reminds Timothy that all Scripture is breathed out by God and is useful for teaching, correction, and training in righteousness so that God’s people can be equipped for every good work. The Bible isn't simply a collection of interesting stories, inspirational sayings, or rules to follow. It is God's Word, given to reveal truth, point us toward Him, shape us, and equip us to live as His people. As we continue Foundations, our goal is to help students understand what they believe, why they believe it, and how those beliefs shape the way they follow Jesus. 🙌 Uprise | September 11–12 Uprise is almost here! If your student plans to attend, please sign them up by next Tuesday. We need registrations in by then so we can finalize our plans for the weekend. All the details and registration information are available in the Uprise post:[Uprise Post Link] Please don't wait—register by Tuesday! 🙏 Pray With Us As you ask your student this week’s question, please pray for the conversation that follows. Pray that our students would be willing to ask honest questions about the Bible. Pray that they would grow in their confidence that God's Word is trustworthy. And pray that Scripture would do exactly what Paul describes in 2 Timothy 3—teach them, correct them, train them, and equip them to live faithfully as followers of Jesus. Thank you for partnering with us. The conversations you have at home matter, and we’re grateful for the opportunity to come alongside you as together we help your teenager know, love, and follow Jesus. Praise God. Serve Others. Cultivate Disciples.
August 24, 2026 • 3 Minute Read
Student Update week of August 24
We’re back to our regular Wednesday nights this week! Come hungry, bring your Bible, bring a friend, and be ready for a great night together. 🍝 Eat • 🎲 Play • 📖 Grow ⏰ Wednesday | 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Youth House Here’s the plan: 🍝 EAT — Spaghetti and garlic bread! 🎲 PLAY — We’ll have some fun together and plenty of time to hang out and connect. 📖 GROW — We’re starting our brand-new Foundations series. 📖 This Week: One Bible. One Story. Have you ever wondered how everything in the Bible fits together? The Bible has 66 books, different authors, different kinds of writing, and events that happened across thousands of years. But all of those pieces come together to tell one big Story. And that Story points us to Jesus. This Wednesday, we’re going to start putting the pieces together. Foundations is about understanding what we believe, why we believe it, and how God’s Word shapes the way we follow Jesus. Don’t forget to bring your Bible! 🔥 This Week’s Challenge Before Wednesday, grab your Bible and find these three passages: Genesis 1:1
John 3:16
Revelation 21:1–5 They come from very different parts of the Bible. Here’s the challenge: What do you think these three passages have to do with each other? Come Wednesday ready to find out. 🙏 Pray About It Take a few minutes this week to pray for our Student Ministry. Ask God to help us understand His Word, grow closer to Jesus, and encourage one another as we begin this new series together. And think about this: Who is one friend you could pray for and invite to join you Wednesday night? Have a Prayer Request? We want to pray for you! You can text your prayer request anytime to: +1 (844) 790-9381 Let us know how we can be praying for you this week. 🙌 Uprise Is Coming! Uprise is getting closer, and we want you there! If you haven’t signed up yet, sign up today. Everything you need to know—including registration—is in the Uprise post:[Uprise Post Link] 📱 Stay in the Loop Want Student Ministry updates sent straight to your phone? Text STUDENTS to +1 (844) 790-9381 We’ll keep you updated about Wednesday nights, upcoming events, schedule changes, and other important Student Ministry info. 👋 See You Wednesday! 6:00–8:00 PM at the Youth House. Bring your Bible.
Bring a friend.
Come hungry. See you Wednesday!
August 24, 2026 • 3 Minute Read
This week in Student Ministry Update
This Week in Student Ministry We’re excited to get back into our regular Wednesday night rhythm this week! We’ll share a meal, have some fun together, and begin a new series designed to give students a strong foundation for understanding God’s Word and following Jesus. This Wednesday Night Time: 6:00–8:00 PM
Location: Youth House
Who: Students Here’s what’s happening: 🍝 We’ll Eat: Spaghetti is on the menu! 🎲 We’ll Play: We’ll have some fun and spend time connecting together. 📖 We’ll Grow: We’re beginning our new Foundations series. One Bible. One Story. The Bible contains 66 books, written by many different authors across different periods of history. Yet together, they tell one Story. This Wednesday, we’ll begin looking at the big picture of Scripture and helping students understand how the whole Bible fits together. From Genesis to Revelation, we see God’s plan unfolding and ultimately pointing us to Jesus. Throughout our Foundations series, our goal is to help students develop a framework for understanding the Bible so that as they read God’s Word for themselves, they can better understand how the pieces fit together. Encourage your student to bring their Bible and come ready to dig in! An Encouragement for Parents As we begin another season of Student Ministry, I also want to encourage you as parents. Even when a student participates in everything we regularly offer during the week, we have approximately three hours with them. Those hours are important, and we want to use them faithfully. But the everyday opportunities parents have to point their teenagers toward Jesus are something Student Ministry can never replace. I recently shared some encouragement about your important role in discipling your teenager and how the church and home can work together. Read: Parents, Your Influence Matters More Than You Think[Parent Encouragement Post Link] Uprise Is Coming! Don’t forget—Uprise is coming up! We’re looking forward to this opportunity for our students to spend time together, grow in Christ, and be encouraged in their faith. If your student hasn’t signed up yet, sign up today! Get all the details and register here:[Uprise Post Link] See You Wednesday! Please pray with us as we begin our Foundations series. Pray that our students would not simply learn more information about the Bible, but that they would come to know and love the God who has revealed Himself through His Word. We’re grateful to partner with you as we help students know, love, and follow Jesus. Praise God. Serve Others. Cultivate Disciples.
August 24, 2026 • 7 Minute Read
An Encouragement for Parents
Parents of teenagers, I want to begin by saying thank you. Thank you for trusting Prince Street Church Student Ministry to be part of your teenager’s life. We consider it a privilege to spend time with your students, teach them God’s Word, encourage them, pray for them, and help them grow in their relationship with Jesus. We have leaders who genuinely love Jesus and care about your teenagers. We want Student Ministry to be a place where students belong, ask questions, build relationships, hear the Gospel, and learn what it means to follow Christ. But as important as Student Ministry is, we recognize that we only have a small amount of time with your teenager each week. You have something we don’t have: everyday influence. You Are Still Their Primary Discipler The teenage years can sometimes make parents wonder how much influence they still have. Your teenager is becoming more independent. Friends become increasingly important. School, sports, activities, jobs, social media, entertainment, and countless other voices compete for their attention. Sometimes it may even seem like your teenager would rather listen to almost anyone except you. But don’t underestimate the influence God has given you. Even if your student participates in everything we regularly offer during the week, we have approximately three hours with them on average. We believe those three hours matter. We want to use them well. We want to teach God’s Word faithfully, build meaningful relationships, create opportunities to serve, and continually point students toward Jesus. But three hours a week cannot carry the entire responsibility of discipling a teenager. That’s why we believe so strongly in partnering with parents. God has given you countless ordinary moments throughout the week that we will never have—the ride to school, conversations around the dinner table, trips to practice, difficult evenings, celebrations, disappointments, questions about relationships, decisions about the future, and those unexpected late-night conversations. Those moments may not feel like “discipleship,” but they can become some of the most meaningful discipleship opportunities you have. Scripture gives parents a significant role in helping the next generation know and follow God. We see this clearly in Deuteronomy 6: “You shall love the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your might. And these words that I command you today shall be on your heart. You shall teach them diligently to your children…”
— Deuteronomy 6:5–7 What I love about this passage is that discipleship isn’t described primarily as a program. It happens through everyday life. Faith is talked about at home. Along the road. At bedtime. In the morning. For us, it might happen around the dinner table, on the drive home from practice, sitting in the Chick-fil-A drive-thru, or during one of those late-night conversations when your teenager suddenly decides they’re ready to talk. Those ordinary moments matter. Let Them See Your Faith Notice what comes first in Deuteronomy 6. Before parents are told to teach their children, they are told to love God themselves. One of the most important things you can do for your teenager’s faith is to cultivate your own relationship with Jesus. Your teenager doesn’t need you to be a perfect Christian. They need to see that your faith is genuine. Let them see you read God’s Word. Let them hear you pray. Let them see you worship with the church. Let them see you serve others. Let them hear you talk about what God is teaching you. And let them see what happens when you get things wrong. There is something powerful about a parent being willing to say, “I was wrong. Will you forgive me?” Our teenagers need to understand that following Jesus isn’t about pretending we have everything together. It is about continually depending upon the grace of Christ. Bring Jesus Into Everyday Conversations Discipling your teenager doesn’t mean preaching a sermon every time you get in the car. Sometimes it simply means asking a good question. “What do you think about that?” “How can I pray for you?” “What do you think God would want you to do?” “What has God been teaching you lately?” And sometimes discipleship means listening. Teenagers are beginning to wrestle with big questions about identity, relationships, their future, what they believe, and the kind of person they want to become. Give them room to ask questions. You don’t have to have every answer. When you don’t know, it’s okay to say, “I don’t know. Let’s figure that out together.” The goal isn’t to win every conversation. The goal is to continually help your teenager look toward Jesus. Let Them See That You Need the Church Too There is another part of Deuteronomy 6 that is easy to overlook. The passage begins, “Hear, O Israel.” God gave these instructions to a community of His people. Parents are the primary disciplers of their children, but God never intended parents to do this alone. Your teenager needs the church. They need pastors, Student Ministry leaders, Sunday School teachers, mentors, and other believers who will encourage them and reinforce the truth you’re teaching at home. But they also need to see that you need the church. If church is only important because there is a youth program for your teenager, they’ll notice. Let them see you worship. Let them see you build relationships with other believers. Let them see you serve. Let them see you open God’s Word with others. Let them see that following Jesus isn’t something we do alone. We belong to the body of Christ. The church cannot replace discipleship in the home, and the home was never intended to operate separately from the church. Parents and the church need one another. You Don’t Have to Change Everything This Week Perhaps you’re reading this and thinking about all the things you haven’t done. Maybe family devotions haven’t happened consistently. Maybe you’ve missed opportunities for spiritual conversations. Maybe your teenager seems uninterested in talking about faith right now. None of us will parent perfectly. We need God’s grace just as much as our teenagers do. So don’t try to change everything overnight. Start with one small step. Pray with your teenager once this week. Ask how you can pray for them—and then pray together. Talk about something you learned from Sunday’s message. Share something God has been teaching you. Read a short passage of Scripture together. Make gathering with the church a priority for your family. Small, faithful rhythms can become important parts of your family’s life. We’re Here to Walk With You Parents, we want you to know that Prince Street Church Student Ministry is on your team. Those approximately three hours we have with your student each week matter, and we want to steward them faithfully. But we also want what happens during those hours to strengthen and support what God is doing through you at home. We want to pray for you. We want to encourage you. We want to provide godly adults who know your teenager, care about them, and will point them toward Jesus. And we want to help you navigate the joys and challenges of discipling a teenager. Because ultimately, our goal isn’t simply to have teenagers who show up at youth group. Our desire is to see students know Jesus, love Jesus, and choose to follow Jesus for themselves. So keep going. Love God with your whole life. Keep His Word close to your heart. Look for opportunities to talk about faith in the ordinary moments. Practice your faith alongside the people of God. And through it all, keep pointing your teenager toward Jesus. We are grateful to partner with you along the way. Praise God. Serve Others. Cultivate Disciples.
August 17, 2026 • 3 Minute Read
Student Ministry Parent Update-August 17
As our students prepare to head back to school, we want to begin the new school year by praying together. On Wednesday, August 19, Student Ministry will gather for dinner and then travel to the Middle School and High School to pray for our students, teachers, administrators, staff, and the year ahead. Parents are invited to join us as we ask God to guide, protect, and use our students as they follow Christ at school. Event Details Date: Wednesday, August 19, 2026 Time: 6:00–8:00 PM Meeting Location: Youth House Who: Students and parents Dinner: Hot dogs and chips Departure: Around 6:20 PM for the schools Return: Back to the Youth House by 8:00 PM Why We’re Gathering Going back to school brings new routines, opportunities, friendships, and challenges. Before the year begins, we want to intentionally place it before the Lord. As we pray for our students, we’ll also be praying that God helps them live SENT throughout the school year: S — See People: Notice the people God has placed around them. E — Engage Relationally: Build genuine relationships and show Christ’s love through the way they care for others. N — Notice Needs: Pay attention to where people may need encouragement, help, prayer, or friendship. T — Tell Them About Jesus: Be ready to share the hope of the Gospel through both words and actions. Our prayer is that students would not simply make it through another school year, but would recognize that God has sent them into their schools with a purpose. We’ll also pray for their teachers, administrators, staff, classmates, and the entire school community. Parents, we would especially love for you to come and pray alongside your students. This is a meaningful opportunity for families and our Student Ministry to begin the school year depending on God together. Join Us Meet us at the Youth House at 6:00 PM for hot dogs and chips. We’ll leave around 6:20 PM to visit the Middle School and High School for prayer and will return to the Youth House by 8:00 PM. No RSVP is needed—just come and join us as we pray for our students and entrust this new school year to the Lord. Future Events Uprise Festival We’re looking ahead to Uprise Festival this fall. Students who plan to attend with our Student Ministry will need to sign up through our Uprise Festival post. For trip details, cost, schedule, and registration, visit:Uprise Fest We hope you’ll join us for Prayer Night and continue praying that our students will live SENT wherever God places them this school year. Praise God. Serve Others. Cultivate Disciples.
August 10, 2026 • 2 Minute Read
This Week in Student Ministry
This Wednesday, our students will have a special opportunity to serve and connect with some of our homebound church members. We’ll meet at the Youth House at 6:00 PM for dinner, then leave at 6:20 PM to make three visits. We plan to return to the Youth House by 8:00 PM. This is a meaningful opportunity for our students to give back, encourage members of our church family who aren’t able to be with us on Sundays, and build relationships across generations. We’re looking forward to an evening of conversation, encouragement, and showing the love of Christ in a simple but important way. Looking Ahead: Back-to-School Prayer Night Next week will be another special night as we gather for a Back-to-School Prayer Night. With students returning to school on August 20, we want to intentionally cover the new school year in prayer. We’ll travel to the Middle School and High School to pray over our schools, students, teachers, administrators, and staff. We’ll ask God for His protection, wisdom, courage, and opportunities for our students to live out their faith throughout the year. Parents are welcome to join us for this special time of prayer. We would love to have you come alongside our students as we pray for the school year ahead. We hope your student can be part of both of these meaningful Wednesday nights!
August 3, 2026 • 1 Minute Read
Uprise Fest 2026
Uprise Festival 2026 Prince Street Students is heading to Uprise Festival for two incredible days of live Christian music, worship, and time together! Uprise Festival will take place on Friday, September 11, and Saturday, September 12, 2026, at the Shippensburg Community Fairgrounds. This year’s featured artists include Brandon Lake, Skillet, TOBYMAC, CeCe Winans, Crowder, and many more. Student accounts will offset a portion of the ticket price. The costs below are the remaining amounts students will pay after the student-account contribution has been applied: Full two-day event: $80 Friday only: $55 Saturday only: $55 Meals Students attending on Friday evening will need to provide their own food. On Saturday, Prince Street Students will provide food and drinks for the day. We would love for your student to join us for an unforgettable weekend of music, worship, and community! When registering, please indicate whether your student will attend the full event, Friday only, or Saturday only. Register for Uprise Festival Learn more about the festival and view the announced artists at uprisefest.com.
August 3, 2026 • 2 Minute Read
Back to the Youth House--and Looking Ahead!
Parents, this week Student Ministry returns to the Youth House! As summer begins to wind down, we’ll start helping our students prepare for the transition back to school—not only academically, but spiritually. A new school year brings new routines, relationships, opportunities, and challenges. We want our students to enter it knowing that God has placed them right where they are for a purpose. This week, I’ll introduce SENT, a simple framework that will help guide our students as they return to school: S — See People: Look beyond ourselves and truly see the people God has placed around us. E — Engage with Intentionality: Build meaningful relationships and connect with others purposefully. N — Notice Needs: Pay attention to the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of others. T — Tell About Jesus: Be ready to share the hope and love of Jesus through our words and actions. We want students to recognize that they are SENT by God into their schools, teams, friend groups, and neighborhoods. Each day gives them opportunities to care for others, live out their faith, and make Jesus known. This fall, we’ll also focus on a series of Foundations lessons. These lessons will help students develop a stronger understanding of what they believe and build a biblical foundation that can support them as they navigate everyday life. Together, SENT and Foundations will help students grow deeper in their faith and live it out with purpose. Coming Up Next week: Our students will visit some of our homebound church members. This will be a wonderful opportunity for them to serve, encourage others, and build relationships across generations. August 19: We’ll hold a special Prayer for Schools, asking God to guide and protect our students, teachers, administrators, and school staff as the new year begins. September 11–12: We’re looking forward to the Uprise Music Festival on Friday and Saturday! More information about this event will be shared soon. Please pray that our students will begin this school year confident in who they are, attentive to what God is doing around them, and ready to make a difference wherever they are sent. We’re excited about everything ahead and grateful to partner with you!
July 20, 2026 • 2 Minute Read
Annual Lake Day
🌊 Annual Student Ministry Lake Day Wednesday, July 29 One of our favorite days of the summer is almost here! Join us for our Annual Lake Day at Tatman Run Recreation Area at Raystown Lake for a full day of fun, fellowship, and making memories together. We'll spend the day swimming, playing games, enjoying the beach, and hanging out with friends. We'll also have jet skis available for students who would like to ride under adult supervision while following all safety guidelines. Event Details 📅 Date: Wednesday, July 29
🕗 Meet at Prince Street Church: 8:00 AM
🕘 Return: Approximately 9:00 PM
📍 Destination: Tatman Run Recreation Area – Raystown Lake Please Register Registration is required. We need everyone planning to attend to sign up so we can arrange enough transportation. 👉Sign Up Here What's Included We'll provide both lunch and dinner, so there's no need to pack a meal. What to Bring Swimsuit Towel Sunscreen Water bottle Beach chair (optional) Change of clothes for the ride home Any medications you may need Swimwear Expectations As followers of Christ, we want everything we do—including how we dress—to honor God and show respect for one another. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone can enjoy the day without unnecessary distractions. For young men: Swim trunks should fit appropriately and be worn at the waist. Shirts are encouraged when not swimming. For young women: Please wear a modest one-piece swimsuit or wear a dark-colored T-shirt or rash guard over a two-piece swimsuit. Swimwear should provide appropriate coverage while participating in all activities. If you're unsure whether something is appropriate, please feel free to ask Pastor Michael before the trip. Our Mission At Prince Street Church, we believe our students are not just the future of the church—they are the church! Our students are on mission to Praise God, Serve Others, and Cultivate Disciples. We can't wait to spend the day together at Raystown Lake. Invite a friend and register today!
July 15, 2026 • 2 Minute Read
Strong Church Formation
Join Us for Strong Church Formation What does it look like for Prince Street Church to continue growing—not simply bigger, but deeper? We are inviting members of our Prince Street Church family to join us on Saturday, September 12, 2026, as we travel to Devonshire Church in Harrisburg for the Strong Church Formation workshop. This gathering is an opportunity for us to learn, worship, and grow alongside other United Brethren churches while thinking intentionally about the kind of church God is calling us to become. Growing Deeper Together At the 2025 United Brethren National Conference, a new definition of a local congregation was embraced around three important expectations of a maturing church: Spiritually Alive Deepening our vitality in Christ and helping people grow in their relationship with Jesus. Relationally Connected Building authentic Christian community where people are known, loved, encouraged, and supported. Missionally Engaged Living out the life and mission of Christ in our community and our world. The Strong Church Formation series is designed to help churches move from metrics to maturity, from maturity to unity, and from unity to multiplication. We Want You to Join Us While this workshop is especially valuable for church staff, board members, ministry leaders, and those who attended the 2025 National Conference, our invitation is open to members of the Prince Street Church family who want to attend. You don't need to hold a particular position or title. If you care about the ministry and future of Prince Street Church and want to grow alongside others as we seek God's direction for our church, we would love for you to join us. Event Details Saturday, September 12, 2026
9:00 AM–3:30 PM
Devonshire Church | Harrisburg, PA The workshop will be led by Bishop Todd Fetters and Mike Dittman, Director of National Ministries. Together, we'll be equipped, connect with the larger United Brethren family, worship, and consider practical ways our churches can grow deeper and stronger. Let's Go Together We believe this can be a valuable day for our church—not just for individual learning, but for helping us think and pray together about the future of Prince Street Church. Come be part of the conversation. Come be encouraged. Come help us consider how PSC can continue becoming a church that is Spiritually Alive, Relationally Connected, and Missionally Engaged.REGISTER TO ATTEND WITH PSC
August 27, 2026 • 2 Minute Read
This Week at PSC - August 30, 2026
This Week at Prince Street Church We’re glad you’re part of the Prince Street Church family! There are several opportunities coming up to worship, pray, serve, and grow together. We hope you’ll find a way to be involved in the weeks ahead. Upcoming Events Baptisms Baptism will be offered on Sunday, September 13. If you’re ready to take the next step of publicly professing your faith in Jesus, please attend the brief informational meeting today at 12:00 PM in the church library.Click Here if Interested Uprise! Attention Youth! Uprise Festival is September 11–13, and our youth ministries group will be attending together on September 11–12.Click for More Info. Prayer & Praise Time On Sunday, September 13, our church family will gather during the Sunday School hour in the Fellowship Hall for a special time of prayer and praise. This church-wide gathering will give us an opportunity to celebrate where we have seen God at work, offer our praises, and pray for our church family and the needs of others. JAM Kick Off JAM (Jesus and Me) begins Wednesday, September 16 at 6:30 PM for children in grades 1–5. Join us each Wednesday for lots of fun as we learn about God together! Serve at Prince Street Willing to Learn a New Skill? We’re looking for volunteers to help with Sunday morning tech, including sound, livestream, and presentation slides.Interested? Click Here. Job Opportunities We are currently seeking individuals to serve in two important ministry roles: Children’s Ministry Coordinator Part-Time Worship DirectorJob Descriptions Link Questions about either position can be directed to the church office at 717-532-8404. Please continue praying that God will provide the right people to serve in these important areas of ministry. We’re thankful for the many ways our church family continues to worship, serve, pray, and grow together. We look forward to all that God has ahead! Praise God. Serve Others. Cultivate Disciples.
August 20, 2026 • 2 Minute Read
This Week at PSC - August 23, 2026
This Week at Prince Street Church There are several opportunities coming up to connect, serve, and grow together at Prince Street Church. We hope you’ll find a way to be involved and encourage others along the way! Upcoming Events Promotion Sunday On Sunday, August 23, we’ll celebrate Promotion Sunday during the Sunday School hour in the Sanctuary. We’ll celebrate our children as they transition into a new grade for the school year. All are welcome to come and encourage our children! Chonda Pierce Ladies, if you’re interested in joining a group to see Christian comedian Chonda Pierce on Thursday, October 8 in Hagerstown, MD, Sign up by Sunday, August 23. Tickets are $28.Sign Up Here Baptisms Baptism will be offered on Sunday, September 13. If you’re ready to take the next step of publicly professing your faith in Jesus, please attend one of the brief informational meetings on Sunday, August 23 or August 30 at 12:00 PM in the church library. Uprise! Attention Youth! Our youth ministries group will be attending Uprise Festival together on September 11–12. Visit the HUB for more information and sign up by Thursday, September 3.For more information. JAM Kick Off JAM (Jesus and Me) begins Wednesday, September 16 at 6:30 PM for children in grades 1–5. Join us each Wednesday for lots of fun as we learn more about God together! Serve at Prince Street Corn Festival Parking Each year, we provide parking during the Corn Festival in exchange for donations that help support our monthly community meals. Volunteers are needed to help with parking on Saturday, August 29.Sign Up Here Willing to Learn a New Skill? We’re looking for volunteers to help with Sunday morning tech. This includes operating sound, the livestream, or the presentation slides during worship. Interested? Sign up here. Questions can be directed to Michelle Weaver.Sign Up Here Church Family Needs We are currently seeking individuals to serve in two important ministry roles: Children’s Ministry Coordinator Part-Time Worship DirectorJob descriptions found here. Questions about either position can be directed to the church office at 717-532-8404. Please continue praying that God will provide the right people to serve in these important areas of ministry. We’re thankful for the many ways our church family serves, encourages, and invests in one another. We look forward to all that God has ahead! Praise God. Serve Others. Cultivate Disciples.
August 6, 2026 • 1 Minute Read
Women's Outing - Chonda Pierce
They say laughter is the best medicine. Let’s add in the company of church family too. We hope you will join us as we will travel as a group to Hagerstown to see Chonda Pierce live on Thursday, October 8. The show will begin at 7 PM. We will meet at the church parking lot and leave promptly at 5:30 PM.Sign Up Here
August 6, 2026 • 3 Minute Read
This Week at PSC - August 9
Community Prayer Gathering Prayer unites God's people and reminds us of our shared hope in Christ. We invite you to join believers from across the Shippensburg area as we gather to seek the Lord together and pray for our community. Event Details Date: Sunday, August 16 Time: 2:00 PM Location: Cora Grove Spiritual Center, Shippensburg University Campus Who It's For: Everyone is welcome Why This Matters Gathering in prayer is one way we encourage one another and seek God's guidance for our churches, our community, and those around us. We hope you'll join us as we lift our voices together in prayer. Fruitful Friendly Fellowship (FFF) Looking for a relaxed afternoon of fellowship and creativity? Join us for Fruitful Friendly Fellowship (FFF) as we spend time together working on handcrafts and encouraging one another. Event Details Date: Friday, August 21 Time: 1:00 PM Location: Progressive Classroom Who It's For: Everyone is welcomeMore Information Promotion Sunday As a new school year begins, we look forward to celebrating an important milestone in the lives of our children. On Promotion Sunday, we'll recognize students as they transition to their new Sunday School classes and pray for them as they begin another year of learning and growing in Christ. Event Details Date: Sunday, August 23 Time: During the Sunday School hour Location: Sanctuary Why This Matters Promotion Sunday is an opportunity for our church family to encourage the next generation as they continue growing in their faith. We invite everyone to join us in celebrating and praying for our children as they begin a new year. Growing in Maturity Workshop Healthy churches are built by leaders who continue growing in Christ together. Church leaders and anyone interested in strengthening the local church are invited to attend the Growing in Maturity Workshop, the first session of the Strong Church Formation series. Event Details Date: Saturday, September 12 Time: 9:00 AM–3:30 PM Location: Devonshire UB Church, Harrisburg Who It's For: Church staff, board members, National Conference delegates, ministry leaders, and anyone interested in church leadership Transportation will be provided using the church van. Register Please circle "W" on your Connection Card by August 9 so we can register as a group.More Information We look forward to learning together as we seek to build a church that is spiritually alive, relationally connected, and missionally engaged. Corn Festival Parking Volunteers Each year Prince Street Church welcomes visitors by providing Corn Festival parking in exchange for donations that support our monthly Community Meals ministry. We're looking for volunteers to help direct parking during this year's event. Volunteer Details Date: Saturday, August 29 Ministry: Corn Festival Parking Team Why This Matters By serving for a few hours, you'll help provide meals and care for members of our community through our Community Meals ministry.Sign Up Here to Serve! Thank you for using your time and gifts to serve others in Jesus' name. Chonda Pierce Group Outing Ladies, if you'd enjoy an evening of laughter and fellowship, consider joining a group from Prince Street Church to see Christian comedian Chonda Pierce.More Information Positions Available Children's Ministry Coordinator God continues to work through those who faithfully invest in the next generation. Prince Street Church is prayerfully seeking our next Children's Ministry Coordinator. Part-Time Worship Director Worship is central to the life of our church, and we're prayerfully seeking a Part-Time Worship Director to help lead our congregation in worship.Job Descriptions Questions? Contact the church office at (717) 532-8404. Please join us in praying that God will provide the people He is calling to these important ministries.
July 30, 2026 • 3 Minute Read
This Week At PSC - August 2
This Week at PSC | August 2, 2026 There are several opportunities to connect, serve, and grow together over the next few weeks at Prince Street Church. Whether you're looking for fellowship, a place to serve, or a way to strengthen your faith, we hope you'll join us as we continue to Praise God, Serve Others, and Cultivate Disciples. Upcoming Events Everything Coffee – Ladies Luncheon Ladies, join us on Friday, August 7, at 11:00 AM for a fun afternoon of fellowship, delicious food, and coffee-inspired treats. Whether you're a coffee lover or not, there's something for everyone—including non-coffee options!More Information Laurel, Kentucky Mission Trip Our mission team departs August 8–15, and today is the final opportunity to join the team. If God has been prompting you to serve, please speak with Jeremiah Greenland today for more information.For More Information Growing in Maturity Workshop Church leaders are invited to attend the Growing in Maturity Workshop on Saturday, September 12 (9:00 AM–3:30 PM) at Devonshire UB Church in Harrisburg. This workshop is the first session in the Strong Church Formation series and is especially recommended for church staff, board members, National Conference delegates, and anyone interested in strengthening the local church. The church van will be available for transportation. Please indicate your interest by August 9 by circling "W" on your Connection Card so we can register as a group.[More Information Link] Community Prayer Gathering Join believers from across the Shippensburg area for a community-wide time of prayer on Sunday, August 16, at 2:00 PM at the Cora Grove Spiritual Center on the Shippensburg University campus. As we gather with other churches, we'll seek the Lord together and pray for our community.more information Promotion Sunday On Sunday, August 23, we'll celebrate Promotion Sunday during the Sunday School hour as children move to their new classes. We invite our entire church family to join us in encouraging and praying for our children as they continue growing in Christ. Fruitful Friendly Fellowship (FFF) Everyone is welcome to join us on Friday, August 21, at 1:00 PM in the Progressive Classroom for a relaxed afternoon of fellowship and creative handwork, including crocheting, knitting, and other projects.More Information Opportunities to Serve Prince Street Church is currently seeking qualified candidates for two important ministry positions. Children's Ministry Coordinator Please continue praying with us as we seek the person God is calling to serve as our next Children's Ministry Coordinator. Part-Time Worship Director We are also seeking a part-time Worship Director to help lead our congregation in worship and support our worship ministry.Job Descriptions Please pray that God would provide the right individuals for these important ministry roles. Praise God. Serve Others. Cultivate Disciples.
July 23, 2026 • 3 Minute Read
This Week at PSC - July 26
Ice Cream Social There’s nothing quite like sharing ice cream and spending time together as a church family! We invite you to join us for an evening of fellowship, conversation, and sweet treats as we enjoy time together outside our normal Sunday routine. Whether you've been attending Prince Street Church for years or you're just getting connected, we'd love to have you join us.Ice Cream Social More Info Everything Coffee | Ladies Luncheon Ladies, you're invited to enjoy a morning of fellowship, delicious food, and encouragement at our Everything Coffee Ladies Luncheon. Whether you're a coffee enthusiast or prefer something else, you'll find a welcoming place to connect with other women while enjoying a variety of hot and cold beverages, sweet and savory treats, and a devotional centered on God's Word.Everything Coffee Information Growing in Maturity Workshop Healthy churches are built by leaders who continue growing in Christ together. If you serve in leadership at Prince Street Church—or are interested in strengthening the local church—we encourage you to attend the Growing in Maturity Workshop, the first session of the Strong Church Formation series. Spiritually Alive, Relationally Connected, and Missionally Engaged.More information Laurel Mission Trip What if one week could make an eternal difference? This August, our team will once again have the opportunity to serve alongside Laurel Mission in Kentucky through practical service, Gospel ministry, and encouraging local believers. Mission trips are an opportunity to grow in Christ while serving others and sharing His love in tangible ways.Laurel Mission Trip Info "Here am I! Send me." — Isaiah 6:8 Community Prayer Gathering One of the greatest ways we can serve our community is by praying together. We hope you'll join us as we unite in prayer for our community and the work God is doing throughout our region.More Information Job Opportunities Children's Ministry Coordinator Opportunity God uses faithful servants to help the next generation know and follow Christ. Prince Street Church is prayerfully seeking our next Children's Ministry Coordinator. If you or someone you know may be interested, we'd love to hear from you. Part-Time Worship Director Opportunity Worship is central to the life of our church, and we're prayerfully seeking the person God is calling to help lead our congregation in worship.Job Descriptions Please join us in praying that God will provide the right people for these important ministries. Church Directory Photo Appointments Our new church directory is coming together, and we'd love for every church family to be included! Participating is a wonderful way to help our church family stay connected while receiving a complimentary family portrait. We hope every church family will take part in this opportunity to help us stay connected.Church Directory Information
July 23, 2026 • 1 Minute Read
Community Prayer Gathering
Join the Shippensburg Community Churches for a special afternoon of prayer as we come together in unity to seek God for our churches, community, and neighbors. Sunday, August 16 at 2:00 PM
Cora Grove Spiritual Center
Shippensburg University Campus Pastors from throughout the Shippensburg community will lead us in prayer during the service. Everyone is welcome—come pray with us!
July 16, 2026 • 2 Minute Read
This Week at PSC - July 19
This Week at PSC | Ministry Highlights There are several opportunities to connect, serve, and grow in the coming weeks. Take a look at what's ahead and follow the links below for complete details and sign-ups. Mission Trip Donations Help prepare our Kentucky Mission Team by selecting one or two needed items from the display at the back of the sanctuary. Donations are requested by July 26 so they can be packed before the team departs. ➡️ See the Mission Trip post for the donation list and trip details.Laurel Mission Trip Fair Parking Volunteers Fair Parking is coming up July 22, 24, and 25, and we still need volunteers for 2–3 hour shifts. Proceeds will benefit the Prince Street Church Youth Ministry. ➡️ Sign up and view volunteer information in the Fair Parking post.Fair Parking Ice Cream Social Join us on Saturday, August 1 at 6:30 PM for an evening of fellowship and ice cream in the Fellowship Hall. ➡️ See the Ice Cream Social post to RSVP and learn what to bring.Ice Cream Social Everything Coffee | Ladies Luncheon Ladies, join us on Friday, August 7 at 11:00 AM for coffee, refreshments, fellowship, and encouragement from God's Word. ➡️ See the Everything Coffee post to RSVP.Everything Coffee Growing in Maturity Workshop Church leaders are invited to attend the Growing in Maturity Workshop on September 12 at Devonshire UB Church. ➡️ See the workshop post for registration information and transportation details.Growing in Maturity Workshop Post Church Directory Appointment scheduling for our new pictorial church directory has begun! ➡️ See the Church Directory post to schedule your photography appointment and learn more.Church Directory Church Family Updates Pastor John returns from vacation on Monday, July 20.Men's Breakfast will not meet in July or August. Thank you for being part of the Prince Street Church family. We hope you'll take advantage of these opportunities to worship, serve, and grow together as we continue to Praise God, Serve Others, and Cultivate Disciples.
July 7, 2026 • 1 Minute Read
Everything Coffee
Coffee Fellowship | August 7 Whether you're a devoted coffee enthusiast or simply enjoy good conversation, we invite you to join us for a relaxed morning of fellowship, delicious refreshments, and encouragement from God's Word. Come enjoy a variety of hot and iced coffee drinks, sweet and savory treats, and a brief look at what the Bible has to say about coffee. And if coffee isn't your favorite, don't worry—there will be plenty of non-coffee beverages and refreshments to enjoy as well! Event Details Date: Friday, August 7 Time: 11:00 AM Who It's For: Everyone is welcome! Cost: None RSVP Please RSVP by Sunday, August 2 by:RSVP Here Join Us This is a wonderful opportunity to slow down, enjoy fellowship with your church family, and be encouraged together in God's Word. We hope you'll make plans to join us for a fun and welcoming morning together.
July 7, 2026 • 1 Minute Read
July Men's Breakfast
Men's Breakfast Update Due to our Men's Ministry serving during the Shippensburg Fair Parking Fundraiser, there will be no Men's Breakfast in July. We appreciate the men who are volunteering their time to support this important fundraiser, which helps benefit the Youth Ministry of Prince Street Church. Please be praying for everyone serving during Fair Week and for the conversations and opportunities to represent Christ well in our community. Men's Breakfast will resume after Fair Week. We look forward to gathering again soon for fellowship, encouragement, and growth in Christ.
July 2, 2026 • 4 Minute Read
PSC Insider - July 5, 2026
This Week at PSC | Opportunities to Serve, Connect, and Support Ministry As summer continues, God is providing many opportunities for our church family to worship together, serve others, and support the ministries of Prince Street Church. Take a few moments to review these upcoming events and opportunities to get involved. Sons of the Shepherd | July 5 Matt Robinson will be joining us on Sunday, July 5 during the Sunday School hour and briefly during worship to share about Sons of the Shepherd, a new ministry focused on helping widowed men after the loss of their wives. We encourage you to join us as we learn more about this ministry and how God is using it to care for those walking through grief and transition.Sons of the Shepherd Fair Vesper Service & Community Choir Each year, churches from across the Shippensburg area gather for a community worship service during Fair Week. We invite you to participate in this special opportunity for fellowship and worship. Fair Vesper Choir Rehearsal Date: Saturday, July 18
Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Oasis of Love Church The choir will be singing two familiar songs, and copies will be available through the church office for anyone who would like to review them beforehand. Fair Vesper Service Date: Sunday, July 19
Time: 7:30 PM
Location: Shippensburg Fairgrounds Come early at 7:00 PM to enjoy music from the Shippensburg Town Band before the service begins. Sign Up If you are interested in singing with the choir, please let us know.Fair Vesper Choir Interest Form Fair Parking Fundraiser Once again, Prince Street Church will be helping with fair parking on the corner of Possum Hollow Road during Fair Week. Event Details Dates: July 22, 24, and 25 This year, all donations received through the parking ministry will support the Youth Ministry of Prince Street Church. Volunteer Opportunity We are looking for volunteers willing to serve during a 2–3 hour shift. Sign UpFair Parking Volunteer Sign-Up Thank you for your faithful support of our students and youth ministry. Mission Trip to Laurel, Kentucky Plans continue for the mission trip to Laurel, Kentucky. Event Details Dates: August 8–15, 2026 How You Can Help In addition to praying for the team, there are donation opportunities available at the table in the back of the sanctuary. Please consider taking one or two of the posted items and returning them as soon as possible to help support the team's ministry efforts. Sign Up If you are interested in serving on the trip, please let us know.Mission Trip Interest Form Church Directory Update Exciting news! Prince Street Church will be creating a new pictorial church directory with the help of Universal Church Directories. Photography Dates September 11: 2:00 PM–8:30 PM September 12: 10:00 AM–4:00 PM Each participating family will receive: A FREE 8x10 portrait A FREE church directory Family members who do not attend Prince Street Church are also welcome to be photographed and will receive a free 8x10 portrait, though they will not be included in the church directory. Additional details and scheduling information will be available soon. Looking Ahead PSC Ice Cream Social Date: Saturday, August 1 Make plans now to join us for a church-wide Ice Cream Social. Sign-ups will begin next week. Church Building Rekeying As part of our ongoing effort to be good stewards of our facilities and maintain the safety and security of our church buildings, the church has completed a building rekeying project and implemented a new Key Policy. If you have a need for a church key, forms are available at the Connection Center and may be returned through the church office mail slot. We encourage everyone to review the Key Policy,which is available at the back of the sanctuary and on the church website. Pastor Vacation Pastor John will be on vacation from July 5–19. During this time, Pastor Michael will be providing pastoral coverage and can be contacted regarding any pastoral concerns or needs. Join Us Thank you for being part of the Prince Street Church family. Whether through serving, giving, praying, or participating in upcoming events, each of us has an opportunity to encourage one another and advance the work God is doing through our church. We look forward to seeing how God continues to work through these ministries in the weeks ahead. Praise God. Serve Others. Cultivate Disciples.
June 25, 2026 • 3 Minute Read
Insider for June 28, 2026
This Week at PSC | Opportunities to Connect, Serve, and Pray As we move into July, there are several opportunities for our church family to learn, serve, and stay connected. We encourage you to take a few moments to review these upcoming ministry opportunities and prayer needs as we continue seeking to Praise God, Serve Others, and Cultivate Disciples together. Sons of the Shepherd | July 5 On Sunday, July 5, Matt Robinson will join us during the Sunday School hour and briefly during worship to share about Sons of the Shepherd, a new ministry focused on helping widowed men after the loss of their wives. We invite you to join us as we learn more about this ministry and the burden God has placed on Matt's heart to serve those walking through grief and life transition. Teen Quest 50th Anniversary Celebration Teen Quest will celebrate its 50th Anniversary on September 26 with a day of activities including worship, a tour of the Ranch, dinner, and special speakers. If enough people are interested, Prince Street Church will coordinate transportation to the event. If you would like to attend, please let us know so plans can be made.Teen Quest Trip Interest Mission Trip to Laurel, Kentucky Have you considered serving on a mission trip? Plans are underway for a team to travel to Laurel, Kentucky from August 8–15, 2026. This is an opportunity to serve alongside fellow believers and participate in Gospel-centered ministry beyond our local community. Event Details Dates: August 8–15, 2026 Location: Laurel, Kentucky Who It's For: Anyone interested in serving through missions ministryInterest in Mission Trip Form Church Family Needs Children's Ministry Coordinator We are prayerfully seeking our next Children's Ministry Coordinator. This position plays an important role in helping children and families grow in Christ and supporting the discipleship of the next generation.Children's Ministry Coordinator Job Description Part-Time Worship Director Prince Street Church is also seeking a part-time Worship Director to help lead and support our worship ministry.Worship Director Job Description Ministry Care for Widows Our Men's Ministry is available to assist widows who may need an extra hand with projects or tasks around the home. If you know someone who could benefit from this ministry, please contact the church office. Prayer Focus This week's prayer focus is: Pray that we faithfully plant seeds that will one day grow and faithfully water the seeds that have already been planted. Please also pray for: Mount Pisgah AME Zion Church Prince Street Church's Children's Ministry Team Ruth Rivera, that her communication skills in the Thai language would continue to grow and develop as she serves Join Us Thank you for being part of the Prince Street Church family. Please continue praying for these ministries, opportunities, and needs, and consider how God may be calling you to participate in His work through our church. "I planted, Apollos watered, but God gave the growth." — 1 Corinthians 3:6 Praise God. Serve Others. Cultivate Disciples.
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