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SUMMARY:🎬 SPOOK-TACULAR MOVIE UNDER THE STARS! 🎃
DESCRIPTION:When?\nSaturday\, October 4th | 6:30 PM Setup | Movie Starts at 7:00 PM \nGet ready for a BOO-tiful evening under the stars! Our Fun Committee is thrilled to invite families to a magical movie night featuring a beloved family-friendly Halloween classic – HOCUS POCUS – that’s sure to cast a spell on viewers of all ages. \nWhat to Expect:\n🍿 FREE popcorn to munch on during the show\n☕ Hot chocolate to keep you cozy as the evening air gets crisp\n💧 Water bottles to stay refreshed\n🎬 Large outdoor screen for the ultimate movie experience\n🌟 A family-friendly October/Halloween themed movie that’s perfect for the season \nWhat to Bring:\n✅ Your favorite blankets and chairs for maximum comfort\n✅ The whole family – this is an event for ALL ages!\n✅ Your Halloween spirit and excitement for a fun community gathering \nRain Plan:\nDon’t worry about the weather! If Mother Nature doesn’t cooperate\, we’ll simply move the magic indoors and continue the fun. \nHow to Join:\nThis is the perfect opportunity to kick off your October festivities with friends\, neighbors\, and fellow movie lovers. Whether you’re 8 or 80\, this enchanting evening promises laughter\, community spirit\, and maybe just a little bit of that Halloween magic we all love. \nMark your calendars\, spread the word\, and get ready for a night that’s sure to be absolutely spellbinding! \nQuestions? Contact the Fun Committee for more details.
URL:https://www.christmertz.org/event/spook-tacular-movie-under-the-stars/
CATEGORIES:Community,Special Events
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SUMMARY:A Way Through – Removing the Veil on the AA/Recovery Experience
DESCRIPTION:Christ Mertz Lutheran Church will host “A Way Through – Removing the Veil on the AA/Recovery Experience\,” on July 28 at 7:00PM\, an educational presentation designed to help community members understand what actually happens in Alcoholics Anonymous meetings and how the recovery process works. \nThe event will be led by Pastor Martin Milne\, who brings both personal experience in recovery and specialized training to this important community conversation. As someone who has walked the path of recovery personally\, Pastor Milne offers a genuine perspective on how the 12 Steps work and why AA meetings remain one of the most effective resources for people struggling with addiction. \n“There seems to be still much mystery and misunderstanding around what happens in AA meetings\,” said Milne. “People often have preconceived notions based on movies or TV shows\, but the reality is very different. This time together will give folks an authentic look at how meetings work and why they’re so helpful for people in recovery.” \nThe gathering aims to serve multiple purposes: reducing the stigma often associated with addiction and recovery\, making AA more approachable for those who might benefit from it\, and helping friends and family members better understand what their loved ones experience in recovery meetings. Additionally\, Milne will explore how the principles of the 12 Steps can offer valuable guidance for anyone seeking personal growth and spiritual development. \n“We strive for spiritual progress\, not spiritual perfection\,” Milne explained. “The 12 Steps are a suggested path of recovery for anyone looking to live with more honesty\, humility\, and connection to something greater than themselves. Whether someone is dealing with addiction or just wanting to live a more meaningful life\, these principles have something to offer.” \nThis presentation represents part of Christ Mertz Lutheran Church’s ongoing commitment to addressing real-world issues affecting the community with compassion and understanding. By hosting this event\, the church hopes to create a more supportive environment for individuals and families affected by addiction.\nCommunity members\, healthcare professionals\, family members of people in recovery\, and anyone curious about the recovery process are invited to attend. The presentation will maintain the principles of anonymity central to AA while providing an authentic look at how recovery meetings function. \nFor more information about “A Way Through – Removing the Veil on the AA/Recovery Experience\,” contact Christ Mertz Lutheran Church at 610-682-7664 or christ@christmertz.org.
URL:https://www.christmertz.org/event/a-way-through-removing-the-veil-on-the-aa-recovery-experience/
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:Free Community Cyber Fraud Protection Event
DESCRIPTION:“Your First Line of Defense” – Learn to Protect Yourself from Digital Scams\nFLEETWOOD\, PA – Local residents are invited to attend a free educational event focused on protecting themselves and their families and friends from increasingly sophisticated text\, email\, and phishing scams. The community workshop\, titled “Your First Line of Defense\,” will be held on Monday\, June 23\, 2025 at 7:00 PM at Christ Mertz Lutheran Church. \nEvent Details:\nDate: Monday\, June 23\, 2025\nTime: 7:00 PM\nLocation: Christ Mertz Lutheran Church
16 Fleetwood Road\, Fleetwood\, PA 19522\nCost: Free and open to the public\nInformation: 610-682-7664 \nFeatured Speaker: David Shallcross from the Pennsylvania Attorney General’s Office of Public Engagement will present essential strategies for recognizing and avoiding common digital scams that target individuals and families. \nWith cyber fraud affecting millions of Americans annually\, this timely presentation will cover: \n\nHow to identify suspicious text messages and emails\nCommon phishing tactics used by scammers\nPractical steps to protect personal and financial information\nWhat to do if you’ve been targeted or victimized\n\n“Scammers are becoming increasingly sophisticated in their methods\,” said The Rev. Martin A. Milne; Pastor\, Christ Mertz Lutheran Church. “Recently\, scammers recently used my name and texted church members trying to defraud them. Thankfully\, someone contacted me quickly and I was able to make the congregation aware of the scam. We need to learn ways to be proactive and appropriately reactive.” \nThe presentation is designed for all ages and technical skill levels. Attendees are encouraged to bring questions about suspicious communications they may have received. \nLocal churches\, civic organizations\, and community groups are encouraged to share this information with their members and networks. \nAbout the Presenter: David Shallcross has protected communities for over 30 years\, serving as a Deputy Sheriff\, Community Resource Officer\, and Federal Law Enforcement Liaison before joining the PA Attorney General’s Office in 2008. As Senior Community Liaison and Coordinator of the Elder Abuse Unit\, he has conducted hundreds of community seminars on fraud prevention and public safety. \nFor more information about this free community event\, contact Christ Mertz Lutheran Church at 610-682-7664. \nMedia Contact:
Martin A. Milne
Pastor
610-682-7664
christ@christmertz.org
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SUMMARY:Frozen Seafood Sale
DESCRIPTION:Just in time for Super Bowl Sunday!!! \nChrist Mertz is once again holding its frozen seafood sale to benefit the Linda Potteiger and Majorie Bailey scholarship funds.  These funds are designed to assist members of the congregation in furthering or continuing their post-high school education. \nFor those interested\, our crab cakes are hand-made and mostly ALL REAL CRAB and very little filler. \nSimply download the PDF order form – https://www.christmertz.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Order-Form-Frozen-Seafood-Sale-2022.pdf – and return it to the church office by Sunday\, February 6\, 2022.  Orders will be filled and ready for pickup on Saturday\, February 12.  Pick-up time is between 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM. \nNothing like quality seafood for Super Bowl Sunday.  Place your orders and help college or trade school students further/continue their education at the same time.
URL:https://www.christmertz.org/event/frozen-seafood-sale/
LOCATION:Christ Mertz Lutheran Church\, 16 Fleetwood Road\, Fleetwood\, PA\, 19522\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Continuing Education
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SUMMARY:Feed the Need
DESCRIPTION:Come join us at our 3rd FEED the NEED packing project. Join us Saturday\, November 13th to pack over 20\,000 meals to be donated locally and around the world. Invite your family and friends. Hope to see you all there.
URL:https://www.christmertz.org/event/feed-the-need/
LOCATION:Christ Mertz Lutheran Church\, 16 Fleetwood Road\, Fleetwood\, PA\, 19522\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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