MenuIn light of the current Government restrictions on social gatherings we have decided to cancel services for the next 3 Sundays March 22, 29 and April 5. An online service will be made available and details about how to access it will be made available once they are finalized. There will be no in-person gatherings of our ministry groups however some groups will still meet virtually using online or conference call technology. Members are encouraged to contact each other by phone to check in and pray with each other. If you find yourself in need please contact us by email at holycrossclarence@gmail.com or by calling the church office at 716-634-2332 and we will try to address your needs as quickly and best we can.
Worship is set for Sunday Morning! It is currently scheduled to be available on Youtube Sunday mornings at 8:00am. Link to Latest Church Service
Cards for the shut-ins: With the coronovirus world that we now live in … many of the nursing homes and such are being closed off to visitors (including family). Please consider sending a card to our shut in members or some of our elderly folks who might be needing to stay a home right now. I know they would love to hear from you. If you would like a list of those who might use a little extra cheer, please reply back to this email and I’m happy to provide names and addresses for you:)
Robert Mank Memorial Service: The memorial service for Robert Mank (June 22, 1923 – March 6, 2020) has been postponed. WE will keep you posted once the new date has been set. Memorials may be made in Bob’s memory to Lutheran Hour Ministries at www.lhm.org or Holy Cross Lutheran Church. Arrangements are being made by Zurbrick-Amigone Funeral Home, Lancaster. Condolences may be shared at www.AMIGONE.com or sent to Bob’s daughter, Marlene (and Donald) Snyder, 3371 Fawn Trail, Marietta, GA 30066.
Give Plus APP: We have a video on how to use the GivePlus app….however I was having difficutly attaching it, if you would like more information I can email it directly to you. Please just reply back to this email. You Only need to know the church zip code 14031, your personal email address, and pick a password. You can also donate directly from the church website www.holycrossclarence.com click the giving tab across the top of page. Any questions contact Susan Brooks at 636-4858 or ssnebrooks@gmail.com. Stay healthy everyone.
Palm Sunday Ham Dinner:
POSTPONED!!!!! Plans for a new date will be arranged shortly:)
HSYG Minute-To-Win-It Night POSTPONED: The High School Youth Group’s Sunday. March 22 event has been postponed. DCE Intern Harry Grimes is working with youth leaders to develop an online Facetime gathering for Sunday mornings. (More information about the platform will be sent to you and parents this week.) If you have any questions or prayer requests please reach out to Harry Grimes over email or text.
Buffalo Bandits Game POSTPONED: The Young Adult Group was originally planning a trip to see the Bandits downtown at the end of March. In the midst of everything happening around the country the NLL (National Lacrosse League) has suspended the 2020 season until further notice. Please see DCE Intern Harry Grimes with any questions about this change. We will look to host a gathering as soon as it is deemed safe.
Kingfisher Lake Mission Trip Information Meeting POSTPONED: The information meeting for the 2020 Kingfisher Lake Mission Trip has been postponed. Speaker Peter VanDerberg from St.John Angola is working with LAMP to provide up to date information on this summer’s trip. Please reach out to DCE Intern Harry Grimes with any questions about the trip or the meeting.
Your Board of Elders
WE are here to serve the needs of both our visitors and our Congregation. If you desire a call, need assistance, or know someone who does, please contact one of the Elders: Scott Brooks 716-949-1756, Dave Chalmers 716-908-4537, Francis Cote 716-510-8742 and Kurt Wozniak 716-957-8092.
Thrivent:
Do you or members of your household have Thrivent accounts?? Did you know that Thrivent offers grants in the amount of $250 to be used for outreach or education? Its super easy and quick to apply for these grants. Most recently, one of members applied for a grant which we used to purchase 10 pairs of brand new mens boots that were donated to Hearts for the Homeless!!!!! If you have a Thrivent account, could you reply to this email?? We would love to have a list of these members…..thank you So much!!!!!
Radio Ministry Update:
As part of our efforts to share the good news of Jesus Christ with our community, Holy Cross sponsors “Lutheran 3-O” next on January 19th, February 16th, March 15th and Easter Sunday, April 12th. Please contact Pastor Nickel if you would like to read the lessons or help sponsor a broadcast. “Lutheran 3-O” can be heard from 9:00-9:30 a.m. Sunday mornings on WXRL (Lancaster) 95.5 FM and 1300 AM, followed by the “Lutheran Hour” broadcast. WJJL (Buffalo) 1440 AM also occasionally re-broadcasts recent sermons (recorded at Holy Cross’ services) at 1:00 p.m. on Sundays (next on February 2nd and 9th)
Sunday School:
Please join us for Sunday School at Holy Cross every Sunday at 9:30am! There are activities and studies offered for friends ages 3-103. Students meet in the HCCC and adults in the narthex. Please register for Sunday School by emailing MayAnn Schettler at geoandmaryann@gmail.com or Harry Grimes at dcegrimes.holycross@gmail.com. We look forward to Shining the love of God together.