There are 2 themes in today’s program.  First, for all you early risers: the first 2 hours are themed with songs for you!  Then, we’ll wrap up with a 4-song “Knees” mini-theme.  If you have any song questions, theme suggestions or worship leader recommendations, get in touch.  I’d be happy to hear from you.

Kristi Leigh – WJTL DJ

Kristi@WJTL.com

June 7, 8 & 9, 2013

5) A night of Christian Rock with the bands Souls Set Free and Emerson, tonight (Friday, June 7) at Conoy Brethren in Christ Church in Elizabethtown.  Doors open at 6pm.  Concert begins at 7pm. More Info: 717-367-7915

4) Lititz Area Mennonite School Auction tonight and tomorrow (Fri June 7 and Sat. June 8) at the school.   The event kicks off  tonight at 4 with the Down Home Dinner.  Sat. begins with breakfast at 6.  KCB live 9-noon with games, giveaways, free Chick-Fil-A cookies and more!  More info: lamsauction.info

3) Get Outdoors Day, Sunday (June 9th) from 1-5pm at Kings Gap Environmental Education Center in Carlisle. Information and interactive samples of recreational activities at PA State Parks, including: disc golf, geocaching, kayaking, camping, and fishing. There is no pre-registration for this FREE event which will be held rain or shine on the mansion lawn at Kings Gap. More info: (717)486-3799

2) St. David’s Evangelical Congregational Church in Dover is having a Carnival for the Community tomorrow (Saturday, June 8) from noon to 3pm. Fun, food, entertainment, speakers, games, and local community organizations. More Info: 717-764-0033

1) LCBC Church will hold its 14th Annual Motorsports Show & BBQ tomorrow (Sat. June 8) from 9am-2pm at the Manheim Campus. The event is free to vehicle exhibitors and spectators; and features muscle cars, street rods, new & antique cars and motorcycles, scooters, trucks, and RC cars, airplanes and helicopters. More info: 717-653-6266

JOHN SHIRK – We find this word of instruction in Hebrews 13:16: “And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased.”

God’s design for our good deeds is for the righteousness of Christ to be exalted. The follower of Christ is motivated to good deeds because the love of Christ is active within us.

After the recent tornado outbreak in Oklahoma, various Christian relief groups moved in to help those devastated by the tornadoes. News broadcasts were drawing attention to the initiative of faith-based groups to come to the aid of those who were suffering.

The compassion of Christ is at the heart of many of these efforts. Doing good and sharing with others will involve sacrifices of personal time. It will require the heart of a servant. There might be a cost involved with making financial donations or buying items that other people need. The risk is worth the potential outcome. Jesus said, “Let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven.” When we give sacrificially for Christ, God is pleased, practical needs are met, and the door is open for others to give glory to God as a result of our witness.

The “results of sacrificial giving” is a lesson of faith worth remembering.

John Shirk

john@wjtl.com

This morning I went to the Underground Skatepark in Dillsburg, PA!  I talked with Dan, Brittany, and Derek about their mission and upcoming summer events.  Underground is housed in the basement of Celebration Community Church, and the area is completely filled with ramps and other structures made in-house by volunteers.  The skaters with Underground are not only passionate about skating, but also creating relationships with the people that come to their events, and sharing the Gospel with them. At each event and skate night somebody will come up and share the Gospel with the crowd, and the crew has tons of amazing stories and testimonials to share.

These guys have found a way to share God’s love through their passion for skating, and their enthusiasm definitely shows.Underground keeps busy; they’ll be at Creation, both Northeast and Northwest, in addition to holding many skate events throughout the summer, including bringing pro skater Brian Sumner to the Underground this July!  For more information on their weekly events, what they’re up to this summer, and their ongoing ministry, you can visit undergroundskatepark.org or check out their Facebook page at facebook.com/theundergroundskatepark.

Be sure to tune in Thursday mornings from 8-9 to see where else I’m going to be!

It’s that time of year again; it’s time to vote in the  13th Annual Readers’ Choice Awards sponsored by the Lancaster Newspapers, Inc.  Cast your vote and support your favorites!  WJTL is once again up for Favorite Radio Station and we’d be honored to have your vote!  You can look for the ballot in the June 2nd Sunday News and in the Intelligencer Journal /Lancaster New Era this week.  You can also vote at LancasterOnline.com June 3 through 6.   Look for us in the Miscellaneous catetory.  Be sure to fill out all of the pertinent information so that your vote is counted.   Results will be published in  the Sunday News on August 25.

May 31, June 1 & 2, 2013

5) Central Penn Parents FAMILY FAVORITES FESTIVAL tomorrow (Saturday, June 1) 10am-4pm at the HACC Campus- Harrisburg. This annual FREE festival features live entertainment, bounce houses, pony rides, theatrical performances, concerts, games, activities, face painting, storytelling, food samples, live animals and Steven Courtney and the Suitcase Musicians in concert. More info: centralpennparent.com

4) Soccer Shots of Lancaster/Lebanon/Berks will be at Red Rose Arena offering FREE Soccer Clinics for kids ages 2-8 tomorrow (Saturday June 1) from 9-11am. There will be games, prizes, music and more! More info: lancaster.ssreg.org

3) Free Family Fun Day event at Pleasant View Church in Red Lion tomorrow (Saturday June 1) from 10am-2pm. Activities include bounce house, obstacle course, and wrecking ball inflatables, face painting, crafts, free cotton candy, and an animal learning center and more. More info: 717-244-6323

2) Rockvale Outlets Lancaster will welcome Eagles players,  and Eagles mascot Swoop tomorrow (Saturday June 1) 11am-3pm in the parking area across from the Eagles End Zone. Players will be available for autographs and pictures. More info:  717-293-9292.

1) York County Library Kick Off Event at the West Manchester mall tomorrow (Sat. June 1st) from 10am-1pm. York County Libraries and Get Outdoors York are gearing up for the 2013 Summer Reading Club.The two groups have combined efforts to encourage kids to be mentally and physically active over the summer months. Clowns, Face Painting, activities and Kids Cookie Break Broadcasting Live! More info:yorklibraries.org

This summer on Thursday mornings during the 8-9 hour, I’ll be hopping in the cookie car and heading into the community to get the scoop on upcoming events! Be sure to tune in for live interviews, and keep an eye out for more cookie car fun throughout the summer!

This morning I visited the Soccer Shots office in Lancaster and chatted with Zak and Justin about their upcoming Spring Celebration Bash this Saturday, June 1st!  They were both very excited about this Saturday’s event, which will feature free soccer clinics for kids ages 2-8, music, games, food, fun, and the Soccer Shots mascot! Justin also told me about the philanthropic arm of Soccer Shots, Global Goals. Global Goals is a nonprofit organization that provides opportunity for disadvantaged youth in the US and around the world to enjoy the game of soccer, something both Zak and Justin seemed very passionate about. You can learn more about Global Goals at soccershots.org/global-goals.

I had such a blast taking to these two guys, and learning more about Soccer Shots!  Be sure to keep tuning in on Thursday mornings to find out where else I’ll be!

For more information on the event, you can visit the Events page at wjtl.com.  Parents are asked to register their kids for the free sessions at lancaster.ssreg.org and you can find out more about Soccer Shots at soccershots.org/Lancaster.

Christ in Action: UPDATE:  After much deliberation and discussion CIA has decided to cancel the trip from this area scheduled to go to Oklahoma.   There has been such an increidble response from the community and around the country to accomplish immediate needs.  Also, “Homes were completely demolished so we are not going in and helping the homeowner clear things out of their home and prepare for remodeling. In this case, they simply saved what they could in memories and the rest is being completely bulldozed and taken away. People are staying with relatives and friends and are not really in the area at this time.”

Keep up to date with  Christ in Action’s Facebook page.

Feed the Children:  Feed The Children has already responded with basic essentials for the families in Shawnee, OK and provided several pallets of water and frozen lasagna to The Salvation Army and The Red Cross – who are already providing services to those in need.

Cash donations to help with Feed The Children’s disaster relief efforts and help defray the transportation costs of food and essentials needed for the families of those affected can be made by phone, call: 800-627-4556 or online at www.feedthechildren.org

Samaritans Purse:  Information for how to volunteer with Samaritans Purse are available at samaritanspurse.org   Chainsaw skills are helpful but not required. Volunteers will be working primarily on debris clean up, chainsaw work and roof tarping.

The Salvation Army:   Responding with teams to areas affected.  Providing meals and food items,  emotional and spiritual care, working with local officials and more.  Inviting everyone to pray and give financially.  Supporters are encouraged to give online or by calling 1-800-SAL-ARMY (1-800-725-2769). You can also text the word “STORM” to 80888 to make a $10 donation through your mobile phone; to confirm your gift, respond with the word “Yes.”

Love From Lancaster County: Partnering with Touch of Color Flooring in Harrisburg to collect relief items for those in need . For information Email Joell or go to Facebook – Love From Lancaster County

Lancaster Area Habitat for Humanity:  Collecting financial donations.  Donations of cash, check, credit card, or securities are accepted and all donations are tax deductible. Checks should be made payable to “Lancaster Area Habitat for Humanity” and mailed to LAHFH, 443 Fairview Avenue, Lancaster, PA  17603 or delivered in person to Habitat ReStore during business hours. Gifts can also be made online.  Will assist with cleanup, repairs and new construction efforts as need and available resources become clearer.  717-392-8836   LancasterHabitat.org

Southern Regional Police Officer’s Association (Conestoga):  Collecting items through 6/18 to deliver to Oklahoma City.

Items include:

• Bottled Water
• Sports drinks
• Energy/granola bars
• Hand sanitizer
• Diapers, Baby Wipes, Formula
•   Non-perishables: canned fruit/vegetables, pasta, peanut butter, pudding, tea, powdered drink mix
• Cleaning supplies, Work gloves
• Toiletries (i.e.- toothpaste, mouthwash, toothbrushes, soap, shampoo, deodorant,)
• Sun block, Insect repellant
• Monetary donations will also be accepted.  They can be in the form of Pre-paid Visa cards, or checks made payable to SRPOA, note “tornado relief” in the memo line.  They can be mailed to SRPOA at P.O. Box 254 Conestoga Pa 17516 ** Attn: Cpl. Michener.
• Volunteers are also needed

Items can be dropped off at the Southern Regional Police Department between the hours of 8AM and 1 PM, Monday thru Friday.  Weekend or after hour deliveries may be arranged by calling 717-461-2323   Information available at  southernregionalpolice.com