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FIRST EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 246 South Main Street

Greensburg, Pennsylvania

724-834-1457

Office hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

felchurch.org

Larry Kemp Interim Pastor

Marvin J. Huls Director of Music

WELCOME TO FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH!

We gather here every Sunday to experience the life changing and

life giving grace of God. In this place we discover the truth of

which the Bible speaks, “So if anyone is in Christ, there is a new

creation: everything old has passed away; see, everything has be-

come new!” (2 Cor. 5:17).

We are thankful for your presence among us, thankful to

God for His abiding presence that goes with you this week, and

hopeful that you will be among us when we gather again.

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PREPARING FOR WORSHIP

ALL BAPTIZED worshipers who confess the presence of Christ in

the bread and wine of communion are invited to commune. Chil-

dren are invited to come forward for a blessing. Communicants

please complete a communion card.

GLUTEN FREE COMMUNION WAFERS are available for

those persons with allergies.

WE ARE THANKFUL FOR CHILDREN in our worship service.

A nursery, on the second floor of the education building, is available

for those moments when children need a quiet area.

CHILDREN’S BULLETINS providing activities based on today’s

scripture readings are available in the narthex.

CHILDREN’S ACTIVITY BAGS are available for children to use

during worship. They are located in the Narthex and at the top of

the steps in the balcony. Each bag has an age level marked on it so

that you can easily find the one you need. After the service, we ask

that all contents be placed in the proper bag and returned. Thank

you!

PASTOR LARRY KEMP may be reached either at the church office,

by email at pastor125kemp2@verizon.net or by calling his mobile

number at (412) 302-6988. If the concern is of an urgent nature, please

call his mobile number.

PLEASE remember to turn your cell phones off before worship.

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TWENTY-SIXTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST

November 18, 2018

8:15 AM & 10:45 AM

THE WORSHIP SERVICE

The beginning of the organ prelude is a call to silent, personal

preparation for the worship of God.

GATHERING

Prelude and Silent Prayer

Confession and Forgiveness

The congregation stands. All may make the sign of the cross, the

sign that is marked at baptism, as the presiding minister begins.

In the name of the Father, and of the + Son, and of the Holy Spirit.

Amen.

Almighty God, to whom all hearts are open, all desires known,

and from whom no secrets are hid: cleanse the thoughts of our

hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may per-

fectly love you and worthily magnify your holy name, through

Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

The assembly kneels. Silence is kept for reflection.

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The congregation kneels. Silence is kept for reflection.

Most merciful God, we confess that we are captive to sin and cannot

free ourselves. We have sinned against you in thought, word, and

deed, by what we have done and by what we have left undone. We

have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our

neighbors as ourselves. For the sake of your Son, Jesus Christ, have

mercy on us. Forgive us, renew us, and lead us, so that we may de-

light in your will and walk in your ways, to the glory of your holy

name. Amen.

The presiding minister announces God's forgiveness with these or

similar words.

In the mercy of almighty God, Jesus Christ was given to die for us, and

for his sake God forgives us all our sins. As a called and ordained

minister of the church of Christ, and by his authority, I therefore declare

to you the entire forgiveness of all your sins, in the name of the Father,

and of the + Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

The assembly stands. The service continues with a gathering song.

Hymn “Jesus, Still Lead On” # 624

Greeting

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion

of the Holy Spirit be with you all.

And also with you.

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Hymn of Praise: “Glory Be to God”

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Prayer of the Day

The Lord be with you. And also with you.

Let us pray

Almighty God, your sovereign purpose brings salvation to birth.

Give us faith to be steadfast amid the tumults of this world,

trusting that your kingdom comes and your will is done through

your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

The congregation may be seated.

WORD

First Reading Daniel 12: 1-3 At that time Michael, the great prince, the protector of your people, shall

arise. There shall be a time of anguish, such as has never occurred since na-

tions first came into existence. But at that time your people shall be deliv-

ered, everyone who is found written in the book. 2Many of those who sleep

in the dust of the earth shall awake, some to everlasting life, and some to

shame and everlasting contempt. 3Those who are wise shall shine like the

brightness of the sky, and those who lead many to righteousness, like the

stars for ever and ever.

L: The Word of the Lord

C: Thanks be to God

Psalm 16

(Read responsively: Lector / Congregation) 1Protect me, O God, for I take ref- | uge in you;

I have said to the LORD, "You are my Lord,

my good a- | bove all other."

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2All my delight is in the godly that are

| in the land,

upon those who are noble a- | mong the people.

3But those who run after | other gods

shall have their troubles | multiplied. 4I will not pour out drink offerings

| to such gods,

never take their names up- | on my lips.

5O LORD, you are my portion | and my cup;

it is you who up- | hold my lot. 6My boundaries enclose a

| pleasant land;

indeed, I have a | rich inheritance.

7I will bless the LORD who | gives me counsel;

my heart teaches me night | after night. 8I have set the LORD al-

| ways before me;

because God is at my right hand, I shall | not be shaken.

9My heart, therefore, is glad, and my spir- | it rejoices;

my body also shall | rest in hope. 10

For you will not abandon me | to the grave,

nor let your holy one | see the pit.

11You will show me the | path of life;

in your presence there is fullness of joy,

and in your right hand are pleasures for- | evermore.

Second Reading Hebrews 10:11-14 [15-18] 19-25 11And every priest stands day after day at his service, offering again and

again the same sacrifices that can never take away sins. 12But when Christ

had offered for all time a single sacrifice for sins, “he sat down at the

right hand of God,” 13and since then has been waiting “until his enemies

would be made a footstool for his feet.” 14For by a single offering he has

perfected for all time those who are sanctified. 15And the Holy Spirit also

testifies to us, for after saying,

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16 “This is the covenant that I will make with them

after those days, says the Lord:

I will put my laws in their hearts,

and I will write them on their minds”, 17he also adds,

“I will remember their sins and their lawless deeds no more.” 18Where there is forgiveness of these, there is no longer any offering for

sin. 19Therefore, my friends, since we have confidence to enter the sanctuary

by the blood of Jesus, 20by the new and living way that he opened for us

through the curtain (that is, through his flesh), 21and since we have a

great priest over the house of God, 22let us approach with a true heart in

full assurance of faith, with our hearts sprinkled clean from an evil con-

science and our bodies washed with pure water. 23Let us hold fast to the

confession of our hope without wavering, for he who has promised is

faithful. 24And let us consider how to provoke one another to love and

good deeds, 25not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but

encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day approach-

ing.

L: The Word of the Lord

C: Thanks be to God

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Gospel Mark 13:1-8

R/Glory to you, O Lord.

As he came out of the temple, one of his disciples said to him, “Look,

Teacher, what large stones and what large buildings!” 2Then Jesus asked

him, “Do you see these great buildings? Not one stone will be left here

upon another; all will be thrown down.” 3When he was sitting on the Mount of Olives opposite the temple, Peter,

James, John, and Andrew asked him privately, 4“Tell us, when will this

be, and what will be the sign that all these things are about to be accom-

plished?” 5Then Jesus began to say to them, “Beware that no one leads

you astray. 6Many will come in my name and say, “I am he!” and they

will lead many astray. 7When you hear of wars and rumors of wars, do

not be alarmed; this must take place, but the end is still to come. 8For na-

tion will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom; there will be

earthquakes in various places; there will be famines. This is but the be-

ginning of the birth pangs.”

The Gospel of the Lord . R/Praise to you, O Christ.

Sermon

Hymn of the Day: “When Peace like a River” # 785

APOSTLES’ Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

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I believe in Jesus Christ, God’s only Son, our Lord

who was conceived by the Holy Spirit,

born of the virgin Mary,

suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died and was buried;

he descended to the dead

on the third day he rose again;

he ascended into heaven,

he is seated at the right hand of the Father,

and he will come to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

THE ORDER FOR HOLY BAPTISM (10:45)

PRESENTATION

Candidates for baptism, sponsors, and parents gather with the ministers at

the font. The assembly is seated.

In baptism our gracious heavenly Father frees us from sin and death by

joining us to the death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. We are

born children of a fallen humanity; by water and the Holy Spirit we are re-

born children of God and made members of the church, the body of Christ.

Living with Christ and in the communion of saints, we grow in faith, love,

and obedience to the will of God.

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Called by the Holy Spirit, trusting in the grace and love of God, do you

desire to have Logan baptized into Christ?

Response: I do.

As you bring Logan to receive the gift of baptism, you are entrusted with

responsibilities:

to live with him among God's faithful people,

bring him to the word of God and the holy supper,

teach him the Lord's Prayer, the Creed, and the Ten Commandments,

place in his hands the holy scriptures,

and nurture him in faith and prayer,

so that Logan may learn to trust God,

proclaim Christ through word and deed,

care for others and the world God made,

and work for justice and peace.

Do you promise to help Logan grow in the Christian faith and life?

Response: I do.

The presiding minister addresses sponsors.

Sponsors, do you promise to nurture Logan in the Christian faith as you

are empowered by God's Spirit, and to help him live in the covenant of

baptism and in communion with the church?

Response: I do.

The presiding minister addresses the assembly.

People of God, do you promise to support Logan and pray for him in his

new life in Christ?

We do.

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The assembly stands.

PROFESSION OF FAITH

I ask you to profess your faith in Christ Jesus, reject sin, and confess the

faith of the church.

Do you renounce the devil and all the forces that defy God?

I renounce them.

Do you renounce the powers of this world that rebel against God?

I renounce them.

Do you renounce the ways of sin that draw you from God?

I renounce them.

The presiding minister addresses the candidates and the assembly.

Do you believe in God the Father?

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

Do you believe in Jesus Christ, the Son of God?

I believe in Jesus Christ, God's only Son, our Lord,

who was conceived by the Holy Spirit,

born of the virgin Mary,

suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried;

he descended to the dead.

On the third day he rose again;

he ascended into heaven,

he is seated at the right hand of the Father,

and he will come to judge the living and the dead.

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Do you believe in God the Holy Spirit?

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

THANKSGIVING AT THE FONT

The presiding minister leads the following or another form of the thanks-

giving.

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.

It is right to give our thanks and praise.

We give you thanks, O God, for in the beginning your Spirit moved over

the waters and by your Word you created the world, calling forth life in

which you took delight. Through the waters of the flood you delivered

Noah and his family, and through the sea you led your people Israel from

slavery into freedom. At the river your Son was baptized by John and

anointed with the Holy Spirit. By the baptism of Jesus' death and resurrec-

tion you set us free from the power of sin and death and raise us up to live

in you.

Pour out your Holy Spirit, the power of your living Word, that those who

are washed in the waters of baptism may be given new life. To you be

given honor and praise through Jesus Christ our Lord, in the unity of the

Holy Spirit, now and forever.

Amen.

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The assembly may be seated.

BAPTISM

Logan is baptized in the name of the Father,

and of the Son,

and of the Holy Spirit.

Amen.

The assembly may respond:

You belong to Christ, in whom you have been baptized. Alleluia.

Let us pray.

We give you thanks, O God, that through water and the Holy Spirit you

give your daughters and sons new birth, cleanse them from sin, and raise

them to eternal life.

Sustain Logan with the gift of your Holy Spirit: the spirit of wisdom and

understanding, the spirit of counsel and might, the spirit of knowledge

and the fear of the Lord, the spirit of joy in your presence, both now and

forever. Amen.

The presiding minister marks the sign of the cross on the forehead of each

of the baptized.

Logan, child of God, you have been sealed by the Holy Spirit and marked

with the cross of Christ forever. Amen.

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WELCOME

Let your light so shine before others that they may see your good works

and glorify your Father in heaven.

Let us welcome Logan.

We welcome you into the body of Christ and into the mission we

share: join us in giving thanks and praise to God and bearing God's

creative and redeeming word to all the world.

The assembly may offer a sign of acclamation.

Prayers of the Church

To stay current with our many continuing prayer needs, we will

refresh our prayer list at the beginning of each new month by

starting with a clean slate. We understand that many people will

continue to need prayer beyond the length of one month. If you

wish to continue to have someone listed in the bulletin for public

prayer, please call the office by the last Wednesday of the month.

The assisting minister invites the assembly into prayer

With the whole people of God in Christ Jesus, let us pray for the church,

those in need, and all of God’s creation.

Each portion of the prayers ends with these words:

. . . let us pray.

Hear us, O God. R/Your mercy is great.

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The presiding minister concludes the prayers with these or similar

words.

Into your hands, gracious God, we commend all for whom we pray,

trusting in your mercy; through Jesus Christ, our Savior.

Amen.

The Peace

The presiding minister and the assembly greet each other in the peace of

the risen Christ.

The peace of Christ be with you always.

And also with you.

The people may greet one another with a sign of Christ's peace, and may

say Peace be with you or similar words.

The assembly is seated.

THE MEAL

Offering

(Children, please bring your offering to the front of the church and

place it in the “Thank You Jesus” Jar.)

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Offertory Response “Let the Vineyards Be Fruitful” # 182

Let the vineyards be fruitful, Lord, and fill to the brim our cup of

blessing. Gather a harvest from the seeds that were sown, that we

may be fed with the bread of life. Gather the hopes and the dreams

of all; unite them with the prayers we offer now. Grace our table

with your presence, and give us a foretaste of the feast to come.

Offertory Prayer (in unison)

Let us pray.

Blessed are you, O God, maker of all things. Through your

goodness you have blessed us with these gifts: ourselves, our time,

and our possessions. Use us, and what we have gathered, in feeding

the world with your love, through the one who gave himself for us,

Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

The Great Thanksgiving

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It is indeed right, our duty and our joy, that we should at all times and in

all places give thanks...we praise your name and join their unending

hymn.

Eucharistic Prayer II Lutheran Book of Worship

You are indeed holy, O God, the fountain of all holiness…

For as often as we eat of this bread and drink from this cup,

we proclaim the Lord's death until he comes.

Christ has died. Christ is risen. Christ will come again.

Therefore, O God, with this bread and cup…

…to share with us the great and promised feast.

Amen. Come, Lord Jesus.

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Send now, we pray, your Holy Spirit…

...and receive our inheritance with all your saints in light.

Amen. Come, Holy Spirit.

Join our prayers with those of your servants…

Through him, with him, in him, in the unity of the Holy Spirit,

all glory and honor is yours, almighty Father, now and forever.

Amen.

Lord’s Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom

come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day

our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those

who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but

deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and

the glory, forever and ever. Amen.

COMMUNION

The body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ strengthen you and keep

you in his grace. Amen.

Prayer after Communion

Let us pray. O God, we give you thanks that you have set before us this

feast, the body and blood of your Son. By your Spirit strengthen us to

serve all in need and to give ourselves away as bread for the hungry,

through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

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SENDING

Blessing

Almighty God, Father, + Son, and Holy Spirit, bless you now and forever.

Amen.

Hymn “O God, Our Help in Ages Past” # 632

Dismissal

Go in peace. Serve the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

From Evangelical Lutheran Worship © 2006. All rights reserved. Reprinted by

permission of Augsburg Fortress under license #SB144012.

MISSION STATEMENT

“As Servants of Jesus Christ, we strive to impact our

families, neighbors and the world by sharing our faith,

empowered by God’s Grace”

Developed by Church Council

October 2016

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SERVING TODAY:

ACOLYTES are Erik Hanzel and Mia Saraceni.

LECTORS are Gail Armstrong and Carol Baker.

WORSHIP ASSISTANT is Rocco Marusko.

GREETERS include at 8:15 Rocco Marusko- north door, Pastor Larry

Kemp - center, Liz Rowe - south door; at 10:45 Rocco Marusko- north

door, Pastor Larry Kemp - center, Ron Lambie - south door.

BLESSED TO BLESS

Wednesday, November 21, 2018

The Food from the Heart luncheon will NOT be held.

Wednesday evening worship at 6p will take place as usual. If you

are looking for 30 minutes of calm and a quiet place on the Wednes-

day evening before Thanksgiving Day, please plan to join us for

worship in Word and sacrament.

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PRAYER CONCERNS:

PLEASE REMEMBER IN PRAYER this week Lisa, Brandie, Pat,

Lynn, Jim, Mary Lou, Denise, Debra, Kathryn, Julie, Peggy, Andy, Ash-

ton, Donnie, Bucky, Melanie, Janet, Gleckl family, Betty, Pat, Luke,

Jim, Marshall, Nancy and Connor.

THE ALTAR FLOWERS are given in memory of Charles Stephenson

and Elizabeth J. Stephenson by Nancy O’Hare.

THE CHANCEL FLOWERS are given in memory of mother,

Glenna Moyer, by Mr. and Mrs. Jerry L. Moyer.

PRAYER REQUESTS for First’s Prayer Chain may be made at any

time by calling the church office or by writing the request on the prayer

cards in the pew racks and placing it in the offering plate. If for

whatever reason you do not want your name listed but would like to

be on the prayer list, just let us know when you make your request.

EXCELA HEALTH has changed their policy and will no longer notify

the church of admissions. Please notify the pastor or call the church

office if you or your loved one is hospitalized.

Help us, O God our Savior, for the glory of your

name; deliver us and forgive our sin for your

name’s sake. Psalm 79:9

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

THE SACRAMENT OF HOLY BAPTISM is given today to Logan

John Boone, son of Robert and Lauren. We rejoice in the waters of

baptism and God’s gift of new birth.

THANKS to Chuck Vita for serving as organist today.

CONGREGATIONAL meetings will be held today after the 8:15 service

and before the 10:45 service for the purpose of electing congregation

council members.

CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST is available today and each Sunday, 9

- 10:30 AM in the fellowship hall.

WEEKLY BIBLE STUDY meets Monday, November 5 at 7:00 PM in

the Fellowship Hall. Bring your Bibles and together we’ll study the

adventures of the early Christian Church.

NEWSLETTER DEADLINE: is Monday, November 19th. You may email your articles to office@felchurch.org.

FINANCE meets Tuesday, 6:30 PM.

CHRISTIAN ED / YOUTH meets Tuesday, 7:00 PM

WORSHIP WORD and SACRAMENT Wednesday, 6:00 PM

CHURCH OFFICE will be closed in observance of Thanksgiving on

Thursday and Friday (November 22 and 23).

THE JAVA TABLE will be open Sunday, November 25.

NEWSLETTER FOLDING Thursday, December 29, 10:30 AM

HOMEBOUND VISITS: Pastor Larry Kemp and those visiting

homebound members are revising the current list of homebound

members. If you know of anyone who might need a visit, please contact

pastor or the church office.

PLEASE DO NOT put your key cards near magnets!

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GIVING TREE “ANGELS” AVAILABLE SUNDAY, NOV. 18

Our “Giving Tree” will have angels starting Sunday,

November 18. The angels contain names of needy chil-

dren and gift suggestions. (You do NOT need to pur-

chase all of the suggestions.) Some of these children are

from families helped through our food pantry. Some are

from our preschool.

If you wish to help, take an angel and please sign your name and phone

number next to the child’s number on the clipboard provided. Gifts

should be wrapped and placed under the tree or returned to the church of-

fice no later than Sunday, December 9. The gifts will be distributed at

the December 20 Food Pantry.

CHRISTMAS CRECHE SHOW. An Inspirational

Display of Nativities at First United Methodist

Church (15 East Second Street, Greensburg)

December 6 & 7, 4—8 PM and December 8, 11

AM—3 PM. There is no charge.

DINNER & ADVENT WORSHIP at Lutherlyn December 1, 2018.

Dinner at 5:00 PM and Worship at 6:30 PM in Baker Chapel at

Lutherlyn. Bishop Kurt Kusserow preaching. RSVP by November 21 to

registrar@lutherlyn.com or 724-865-2161. You are also invited to the

Family Advent Day or stay for the whole weekend! Visit

www.lutherlyn,.com/advent or call 724-865-2161 for more information.

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Opportunities to Serve at Sunday Worship

On Sunday morning, we have a number of opportunities to serve our

Lord and the congregation at First. Those opportunities are:

All of these are valuable parts of our time in worship. We have a par-

ticular need for ushers and people to run the sound system.

If this sounds like something you might be called to do, please speak

with the pastor.

We URGENTLY need help recording the weekly service and editing

the recording to CD. Training will be provided. Please call the church

at 724-834-1457 or email the church office at office@felchurch.org, if

you would like to volunteer. This is a vital ministry for those unable to

attend services and your help would be greatly appreciated.

We are looking for individuals to deliver the CD’s from Sunday wor-

ship to some of our shut-ins. This would be approximately once per

month. If you are interested in this ministry, please call the church of-

fice or use the back of the prayer request card and place it in the offer-

ing plate.

Altar Guild Assisting Minister

Choir Communion Assistant

Greeter Lector

Sound System Operator Usher

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THRIVENT FINANCIAL ACTION TEAM

SUPPLY ITEMS – SOCKS, UNDERWEAR AND TOYS

October 15 – December 2

The Westmoreland County Children’s Bureau makes arrangements for

children from birth to 18 years of age in family emergencies. These

children are often removed from their homes with only the clothes they

are wearing and little if any personal belongings, such as a toy or a

favorite stuffed animal. The Bureau maintains a “children’s closet” for

those under their supervision. The closet is currently low on supply

items, namely children’s socks, underwear and toys.

Thrivent Financial Action Team is collecting new toys, children’s socks

and underwear for the children under the care of the Westmoreland

County Children’s Bureau. Collection boxes are

located in the education building foyer, the narthex at the back of the

ARE YOU WILLING TO OFFER A RIDE TO WORSHIP? There

are 2 ladies requesting a ride (one in the Kepple-Graft Funeral Home ar-

ea and the other lives at the Toll House Apartments) to church. If you are

available and willing, please speak with pastor.

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LUTHERAN DISASTER RESPONSE

United States Wildfires

Wildfires are raging across California, destroying thousands of homes and

wiping out the town of Paradise, located north of Sacramento. Multiple

deaths have been confirmed and large-scale, mandatory evacuations are in

place for multiple communities across the state’s impacted areas as first

responders work to gain control of the fires.

Gifts to Lutheran Disaster Response designated for "U.S. wildfires" will

be used to help those affected by wildfires until the response is complete.

Together, we can help provide immediate and long-lasting support. Please

give today.

Through our partners in California, Lutheran Disaster Response has al-

ready begun addressing immediate needs, including providing food and

other necessities to survivors. We are also preparing to address long-term

needs which might include rebuilding of structures and emotional and

spiritual care. The need will be great.

PLEASE make U.S. Wildfires / Disaster Response checks payable to

First Lutheran Church and one check from the church will be mailed to

the ELCA. Write “U.S. Wildfires” or “Where needed most” on your

checks’ memo line. Place your check in a gold envelope with your name

on it.

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Would your family be willing to light the Advent Candle on one of the

Sundays in Advent (December 2, 9, 16 or 23)? Please let Pastor Larry

know if your family would like to do this at either service.

CHRISTMAS SERVICES SCHEDULE

SUNDAY, December 23

10:00 AM service only (Fourth Sunday of Advent)

No Sunday School

CHRISTMAS EVE, December 24

7:00 PM Family Service with Communion

10:00 PM Candlelight Communion Service

SUNDAY, December 30

10:00 AM service only

Regular services at 8:15 and 10:45 AM resume on Sunday, January 6

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First Lutheran will again participate in Operation Reindeer. Your gifts

should be new, unboxed and unwrapped. Please bring them to the

church office by Sunday, December 2. Thank you!

OPERATION REINDEER GIFT SUGGESTIONS

FOR TORRANCE RESIDENTS

We do our best to match gifts to recipients for

everything donated. Thank you for your help!

Please, no items with glass, belts, razors or other safety hazards!

Clothing (Men’s size XL or larger / Women’s size L or larger):

No scarves or belts!

*sweatshirts & sweatpants *tops, t-shirts *pants and jeans

*sweaters *socks *undergarments *pajamas *bathrobes

*mittens gloves *hats, ear muffs *jackets, coats, outerwear

Toiletries: No razors / Non-aerosol items please

*shampoo & conditioner *soap/body washes *hand/body lotion

*shaving gel/creams *combs/brushes *pony tail holders *small

packs of tissues *toothpaste/toothbrushes

Cosmetics: No nail polish or glass bottles or mirrors

lipstick, gloss, powder, eye shadows, mascara, lip balm, blush

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OPERATION REINDEER GIFT SUGGESTIONS continued:

Activity Items: No needles or wire bindings

*craft kits *puzzle books *activity books

*regular and large print books *Bibles *games *CD’s/DVD’s *hand

held games *crayons/paints

Food items: No nuts or glass containers

*diabetic or sugarless items *decaffeinated drink mixes/coffee

*individually packed snack items

(crackers, cookies, cakes, gum, candy)

Miscellaneous:

*batteries (especially AA) *wallets *portable CD players

*watches *sports memorabilia (especially Pittsburgh teams)

*writing paper, stationary items especially with stamps

*phone cards are in great demand for the patients

*gently-used luggage

Operation Reindeer is Mental Health of America’s annual drive to pro-

vide Christmas gifts for Westmoreland County residents at Torrance

State Hospital, a long term facility for psychiatric patients. These items

make being away from family at Christmastime easier for patients who

struggle with mental illnesses.