Our Christmas Eve services this year are scheduled for 6:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. The 6:00 p.m. Family Service features story, candle lighting, and communion served by intinction. The 9:00 p.m. Festival Service will feature choir, sermon, candle lighting, and communion served in the pews.
January 5 – “How to Help” (Bagels and Belief)
The Rev. Ruth Moore will prepare us to help those with a mental illness cope, dispelling common myths, sharing valuable resources, and supplying statistics. She’ll also preach at the 10 o’clock service. Rev. Moore is the Director of Business Development and Admissions at the Pennsylvania Psychiatry Institute.
January 12 – “Suicide & its Prevention”
Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the United States, but you can help, and Govan A. Martin III will show you how. Mr. Martin is the Executive Director of Prevent Suicide PA.
January 19 – “Overcoming Addiction”
William Milchak, MSW, will educate us on addiction, why people often struggle in silence, and treatment options such as faith-based care. Mr. Milchak is the Senior Instructor for the Department of Psychiatry at Penn State Hershey Medical Center.
January 26 – Dr. Rachel L. Levine, Secretary of Health, Pennsylvania
We’re honored to have Dr. Levine speak about her work and the health concerns affecting the Commonwealth.
EXTENDING GOD’S LOVE CORE TEAM POTLUCK
Sign up at the Welcome Center to attend the Mission Potluck on Sunday, January 26, at 11:30 a.m., in the Fellowship Hall. The team will provide a brief overview of its 2019 mission activities and plans for 2020. Just bring a dish to share. Beverages will be provided.
Recent events show antisemitism has raised its ugly head in our society. On the first three Sunday of February, join Neil Leifert, the Director of the Center for Holocaust and Jewish Studies at Penn State Harrisburg, as he explains its origins. Dr. Russell Sullivan, Pastor of Pine Street, will conclude the series on February 23.
February 2 – “Overview of Antisemitism” – What are the origins of Christian and-Judaism? How id this develop into racial antisemitism in the 19th century? As we journey into the 20th century, we’ll note the significance of The Protocols of the Elders of Zion and the work of Henry Ford and his antisemitic publication, The International Jew.
February 9 – “The Jewish Enemy” – Nazi propaganda vilified “World Jewry” as a “clear and present danger” to German survival. What was their motive for genocide and the Holocaust?
February 16 – “Lingering Ideology” – Jewish conspiracies and the Holocaust denial abound in our world, and antisemitism masks in the guise of anti-Zionism. How can we understand these phenomena?
February 23 – “Does God Only Have One Blessing?” – Dr. Sullivan will propose that we have read the relationship between Christians and Jews incorrectly for centuries. Can we read the Christian story in a new way? How can we counteract antisemitism?
Sunday Service Time - Word & Sacrament: 10:00 a.m. | Church School: 8:45 a.m.
We are a diverse and dynamic community of believers who are dedicated to worshiping God, increasing our faith through Christian education, and serving one another and our community.
Russell C. Sullivan, Jr.
Pastor
Joseph W. Garrison
Minister of Music & Worship
Anne Guenin
Director of DDB
Church Administrator
Heather M. Sigler
Parish Associate
Jeremy Tritle
Director of Communications
Michelle Kennedy
Office Manager
John Karl
Facilities Manager
Susan Cann
Director of Development
Corrie Lingenfelter
Kitchen Manager
Anthony Jackson
Day Shelter
Coordinator
Karen Fetrow
Mental Health
Outreach Counselor
Chris Patrick
Client Counselor
Lynn Washington
Office Assistant
Matthew Sposito
Day Shelter Assistant
Contega Hodges
Weekend Cook
Brunilda Rosario
Client Assistant
Michelle Ortega
Custodian
Takiyah Washington
Assistant Cook
Russell C. Sullivan, Jr.
Pastor
Joseph W. Garrison
Minister of Music & Worship
Anne Guenin
Director of DDB
Church Administrator
Heather M. Sigler
Parish Associate
Jeremy Tritle
Director of Communications
Michelle Kennedy
Office Manager
John Karl
Facilities Manager
Susan Cann
Director of Development
Corrie Lingenfelter
Kitchen Manager
Anthony Jackson
Day Shelter
Coordinator
Karen Fetrow
Mental Health
Outreach Counselor
Chris Patrick
Client Counselor
Lynn Washington
Office Assistant
Matthew Sposito
Day Shelter Assistant
Contega Hodges
Weekend Cook
Brunilda Rosario
Client Assistant
Michelle Ortega
Custodian
Takiyah Washington
Assistant Cook
Russell Sullivan is the Pastor at Pine Street. He joined the staff in 2005. Russell has held pastoral positions in South Carolina, Illinois, and Hartsville, Pennsylvania. He received a Doctor of Ministry from Columbia Theological Seminary, a Master of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary, and a Bachelor of Arts from the College of Charleston. Russell has special interests in teaching, adult faith formation, and interfaith and Jewish-Christian dialogue.
“Pine Street is a unique Presbyterian Church in that it celebrates weekly the Lord’s Supper. We encounter Christ in Word and Sacrament, and I do believe that this encounter forms us into the kind of community the world needs, a community that transcends ideology and partisanship to be the people of God for the world God loves.”
Russell can be reached at (717) 238-9304, ext. 101 or rsullivan@pinestreet.org.
A native Alabamian, Joseph joined the staff in 2019 after serving 12 years as Organist and Choir Master at First Presbyterian Church, Oxford, MS. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Music from Jacksonville State University, and pursued graduate study at Westminster Choir College, Princeton, New Jersey, where he was a student of Joan Lippincott. Other notable teachers include Robert Carwithen, James Welch, and Ronald and Ann Surace. Joseph has served in similar positions in Alabama, Mississippi, New Jersey, and North Carolina. In addition to his duties as Minister of Music and Worship, Joseph is the Artistic Director of Music at Pine Street, (MAPS) a professional concert series that hosts national and international artists.
“I’ve often heard that my passion and heart for God shines through my playing and conducting. I consider this a great compliment. Talent, education, and experience are necessary, but a passion for helping congregants worship is what I hope defines my leadership.”
Joseph can be reached at (717) 238-9304, ext. 106 or jgarrison@pinestreet.org
Anne Guenin is the Church Administrator at Pine Street and the Director of Downtown Daily Bread. She joined the staff in 2013. Anne was a stay-at-home mom for many years, and she also practiced corporate law in Boston. Anne graduated from the University of Michigan (Bachelor of Music – Piano Performance) and from Villanova University School of Law (Juris Doctor).
Anne can be reached at (717) 238-9304, ext. 108 or aguenin@pinestreet.org.
Heather Sigler came to Pine Street in 2009 following her retirement as Associate for Congregational Service in the Presbytery of Carlisle. She previously served as solo pastor in Sayre PA. Heather’s education includes a Bachelor of Arts from Grove City College, an Masters in Education from Penn State, and the Masters in Divinity from Pittsburgh Theological Seminary. She also studied at the American University of Beirut.
Three adult children call her Mom and seven young ones call her Grandma.
Michelle A. Kennedy is the Office Manager at Pine Street. She joined the staff in 2004. Prior to being at Pine Street, Michelle was an Administrative Assistant with the City of Harrisburg. Michelle attended Harrisburg High School. Michelle has a son (Kyle), a daughter (Shellane) and 4 grandchildren. Michelle enjoys camping and traveling with her friends and family.
Michelle can be reached at (717) 238-9304, ext. 112 or mkennedy@pinestreet.org.
John Karl is a Facilities Manager at Pine Street where he is responsible for the maintenance of the church and Downtown Daily Bread. He joined the staff in 2018. John has amassed over 26 years of building maintenance experience in a variety of settings, including a rehab hospital and a preforming arts and science center. John is a diehard Pittsburgh Steelers fan and Marine Corps veteran.
John can be reached at (717) 238-9304. ext. 114 or jkarl@pinestreet.org.
Susan Cann is the Director of Development at Downtown Daily Bread. She joined the staff in 2018. Susan brings more than 20 years of experience raising funds on behalf of non-profits. She has helped a variety of causes including children’s advocacy, conservation, and higher education. Susan received a Bachelor’s of Arts from Lafayette College and a Masters of Arts from American University. She enjoys spending time with her family and in nature.
Susan can be reached at (717) 238-4717, ext. 123 or scann@pinestreet.org.
Corrie Lingenfelter is the Kitchen Manager at Downtown Daily Bread. She is a graduate of Harrisburg Area Community College and is pursuing a degree in Public Relations at Shippensburg University. She loves giving back and helping in the local community. She is also a former chef for The Hotel Hershey and Omni Resorts and Spa.
Corrie can be reached at (717) 238-4717, ext. 122 or clingenfelter@pinestreet.org.
Anthony Jackson is the Downtown Daily Bread Day Shelter Coordinator. Anthony joined the staff in 2016. Prior to the he worked as a Direct Support Professional. He attended Harrisburg High School.
Anthony can be reached at (717) 238-4717, ext. 126 or ajackson@pinestreet.org.
Karen Fetrow is the Mental Health Outreach Counselor at Downtown Daily Bread. Karen began work here in 2016 after changing her career from the IT industry. She obtained her Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from Shippensburg University in 2015 and is currently working towards a Master’s Degree in Social Work at Temple University. Her aim is to treat each individual with dignity and respect, which every person deserves.
Karen can be reached at (717) 238-4717, ext. 129 or kfetrow@pinestreet.org.
Chris Patrick is the Client Counselor at Downtown Daily Bread. Chris is a graduate of Penn State University. She has worked with the homeless in Harrisburg for more than 20 years and “loves her work.”
Chris can be reached at (717) 238-4717, ext. 128 or cpatrick@pinestreet.org.
Lynn A. Washington is the Office Assistant at Downtown Daily Bread. Prior to being at Downtown Daily Bread, Lynn worked for the Commonwealth of PA Department of Health as a Public Health Program Administrator. After retiring from the Commonwealth with over 31 years of service, she worked with the Dauphin County Prison. Lynn has 3 children, including a daughter (Michelle) and two sons(Todd) and (Christopher), and a granddaughter (Aaliyah).
Lynn can be reached at 717-238-4717, ext. #122 or lwashington@pinestreet.org.
Matthew Sposito is the Day Shelter Assistant at Downtown Daily bread. Matthew joined the staff in 2017. Prior to that, he was a volunteer in the mail room along with his mother, Brunilda. Matthew has previous experience working in security, as well as management in the food service industry. He likes helping people however he can and loves his job.
Matthew can be reached at (717) 238-4717, ext. 126 or msposito@pinestreet.org.
Contega Hodges is the Weekend Cook at Downtown Daily Bread. Contega joined the staff in 2015. Prior to that Contega was at Amazon in Carlisle. Previously she also worked as a cook and cashier in Statesboro, GA, her hometown. She attended Statesboro High School and Ogeechee Technical College.
Contega can be reached at (717) 238-4717, ext. 125.
Brunilda (“Bruni” or “B”) is the Downtown Daily Bread Client Assistant. Bruni joined the staff in 2017. Prior to working here, Bruni worked in the nursing field for 25 years in Staten Island, New York. She loves helping people.
Bruni can be reached at (717) 238-4717, ext. 128 or 125.
Michelle Ortega is the Custodian at Pine Street and Downtown Daily Bread. Michelle was born in Puerto Rico, and she came to the United States at the age of 20. Michelle hopes to own her own business someday!
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